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Job description
Compensation: $175,000 - $250,000 base, plus bonus & equity participation.
About LoanBud
LoanBud is a fast-growing fintech based in NYC that is modernizing how small businesses access SBA and other business financing. We are building the modern infrastructure for small business lending, combining technology, data, and operational excellence to deliver a faster, more transparent financing experience.
Position Overview
LoanBud is seeking a Head of Product & Engineering to lead our technology organization and play a central role in shaping the future of our platform. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who combines strong engineering leadership with deep product thinking. You will be responsible for building and scaling our technology platform, leading the engineering team, and ensuring our product delivers an exceptional user experience for borrowers, partners, and internal teams. The ideal candidate understands that great technology is not just about code, it’s about solving real problems, improving user journeys, and enabling business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Define and execute the company’s technology strategy and roadmap
Align technology initiatives with business goals and product vision
Make architectural decisions that support scalability, performance, and reliability
Product & Customer Experience
Partner closely with leadership to shape product strategy and user experience
Ensure all technology decisions prioritize ease of use, speed, and customer experience
Translate business needs into high-quality product execution
Engineering Team Leadership
Build, lead, and scale a high-performing engineering team
Establish strong development processes, standards, and culture
Recruit, mentor, and retain top technical talent
Software Development & Delivery
Oversee the full software development lifecycle from concept to release
Ensure high-quality code, testing, and deployment practices
Maintain a strong focus on speed, execution, and delivery
Platform & Infrastructure
Design and maintain scalable, secure, and reliable systems
Oversee infrastructure, integrations, and data architecture
Ensure uptime, performance, and system resilience
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Product, Operations, Credit, and Sales teams
Translate business workflows into efficient technical solutions
Ensure alignment between technology and operational execution
Identify opportunities to leverage new technologies, including AI and automation
Continuously improve development workflows and system performance
Drive a culture of innovation and experimentation
Who We’re Looking For
Product-Minded Leader – Thinks beyond engineering and focuses on user outcomes
Builder Mentality – Enjoys building systems from the ground up and scaling them
Strategic & Pragmatic – Balances long-term vision with practical execution
Strong Leader & Communicator – Leads engineers and communicates effectively across teams
Customer-Focused – Prioritizes usability, speed, and customer experience
Ownership & Accountability – Takes responsibility for outcomes and maintains high standards
Requirements
8–15+ years of experience in software engineering and technology leadership
Proven experience building and scaling technology platforms
Experience leading engineering teams in a startup or high-growth environment
Strong understanding of modern architecture, cloud infrastructure, and APIs
Experience partnering closely with product and business teams
Ability to operate both strategically and hands‑on
Nice to Have
Experience in fintech, lending, or financial services
Experience building marketplaces or multi‑sided platforms
Familiarity with compliance, security, and regulated environments
Experience leveraging AI or automation in product development
Be Part of Our Growth Story
Join LoanBud and help build the technology powering the future of small business financing. You will play a critical role in shaping our platform, scaling our team, and delivering an exceptional experience to entrepreneurs—while advancing our mission to empower entrepreneurs to gain access to capital.
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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