[Remote] New Grad Software Engineer, Backend 2026

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Circle is a financial technology company focused on creating an inclusive financial future. As a Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and deliver backend systems and APIs that support global financial infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system resilience and quality. Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain backend systems and APIs that are reliable, secure, and performant Contribute to architecture discussions, system design, and code reviews Develop high-quality, production-grade software that supports Circle’s mission of raising global economic prosperity through the frictionless exchange of value Participate in testing, deployment, and monitoring processes to ensure system resilience and quality Troubleshoot issues, identify improvements, and help drive technical excellence across the engineering organization Skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 1+ years of professional or internship experience in software development using object-oriented languages (such as Java, Go, or similar) Familiarity with RESTful API design principles and backend service development Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, etc.) and deployment best practices Experience working with SQL databases, schema design, and data modeling A focus on writing clean, maintainable, and testable code with strong attention to quality and security Excellent communication skills — able to collaborate effectively in a distributed team environment A self-starter mindset — motivated to learn, ship meaningful software, and continuously improve your craft Exposure to distributed systems, microservice architecture, or payment systems is a plus Company Overview Circle helps businesses and developers utilize stablecoins for payments and online commerce. It was founded in 2013, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Circle has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 32 in 2025, 41 in 2024, 43 in 2023, 25 in 2022, 4 in 2021, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.