Fullstack Software Engineer, (Clasp Talent)

About this role

Clasp, a venture-backed fintech startup, is seeking a Full-Stack Software Engineer to build and scale their education financing platform that connects employers, students, and institutions. You'll own features end-to-end across frontend and backend while working closely with product and design in a customer-focused, mission-driven environment.

What you'll do

• Build and maintain features across the application management and loan repayment platform on both frontend and backend
• Develop accessible user experiences for students and administrators, plus reliable APIs for internal and external partners
• Improve code quality, reliability, documentation, and developer experience as you work
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to translate requirements into maintainable solutions
• Participate in code reviews and own the reliability of the services you build, including on-call rotations
• Address technical debt, fix bugs, and enhance system performance and observability

What they're looking for

• JavaScript/TypeScript and React or Next.js
• Backend development (Python with Django, Flask, or FastAPI)
• SQL and PostgreSQL databases
• HTML, CSS, and responsive design
• Full-stack web application development
• CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows
• DevOps practices and cloud infrastructure basics
• Cross-functional collaboration and technical communication

Benefits

• Remote work available in EST or CST time zones
• Opportunity to own features from idea to production
• Mentorship from experienced engineers in a supportive team
• Exposure to regulated fintech and education technology
• Mission-driven work addressing student debt and economic mobility
• Strong DevOps culture with real system ownership