Staff Systems Developer
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About the team + role
The Compliance and Legal Systems team’s mission is to leverage technology to ensure Robinhood complies with all applicable laws and regulations while protecting the firm. We focus on improving the effectiveness and efficiency of Compliance and Legal teams through scalable systems, improved workflows, automation, and strong controls.
As a Staff Systems Engineer, you’ll play a key leadership role across our Compliance and Legal technology portfolio. You’ll sit at the intersection of systems engineering, application development, and platform ownership—empowering the team with scalable solutions and deep technical guidance.
The role is located in the office location(s) listed on this job description which will align with our in-office working environment. Please connect with your recruiter for more information regarding our in-office philosophy and expectations.
What you’ll do
- Act as the technical owner for core Compliance and Legal applications, serving as the primary contact for M&A-related integrations, migrations, and system readiness.
- Design, implement, and operate scalable systems and workflows that support regulatory compliance, audit defensibility, and legal operations.
- Apply strong engineering judgment with a focus on security, data protection, reliability, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead the evaluation and implementation of best-in-class compliance and legal technology platforms.
- Champion the strategic adoption of AI and automation to drive infrastructure efficiency and operational excellence. Identify, prioritize, and lead initiatives that introduce AI-powered self-service, automation, and predictive capabilities, delivering measurable efficiency gains and cost savings.
- Design and build scalable automation tools and AI-enabled solutions, while setting technical direction, best practices, and standards across the organization.
- Architect and implement integrations using REST APIs to support seamless cross-system functionality.
- Collaborate closely with Compliance, Legal, Security, and external vendors, and influence senior stakeholders across geographies.
- Mentor fellow engineers and raise the bar for code quality, documentation, and operational excellence.
- Navigate ambiguity and drive clarity in roadmap priorities for Compliance and Legal systems.
What you bring
- Extensive experience working in Compliance and Legal environments with a deep understanding of regulatory systems.
- Proven Staff-level experience owning complex systems and driving organization-wide initiatives.
- Experience with programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, Go, etc)
- Familiarity with Cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, GCP, etc)
- Management of SaaS and On-prem applications
- Proficient in REST APIs and scripting for automations, migrations, and systems integration.
- Familiarity with compliance platforms like Global Relay or similar technologies.
- Experience with M&A system integrations and enterprise-scale migrations, especially in financial services.
- Strong prioritization and stakeholder management skills; able to balance immediate demands with long-term vision.
- Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration abilities.
- A detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to documentation, change management, and operational rigor.
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Vacancy Notice: This job posting represents an existing vacancy that we are actively seeking to fill.
In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.
Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- Fitness Subsidies
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Work-From-Home Stipend
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Pet-friendly Office
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Leave of Absence
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- Company Equity
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
Professional Development
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Access to Online Courses
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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