Jobs at Wealthfront
Wealthfront, founded in 2011 by Andrew Gardner, is a pioneer of algorithmic investing. The platform uses automated portfolio construction, rebalancing, and tax‑loss harvesting to keep advisory fees at 0.25% for accounts over $1 million. In 2020 the company launched Wealthfront Banking, offering high‑yield savings, low‑fee checking, and instant credit lines, expanding its footprint beyond robo‑advising into consumer banking.
Hiring at Wealthfront spans engineering, data science, machine learning, quantitative research, product, design, operations, compliance, risk, finance, and customer‑success teams. Engineers work with Python, Go, Java, and React on a cloud‑native stack that includes Kubernetes, Terraform, and AWS. Data roles focus on large‑scale data pipelines, predictive modeling, and real‑time analytics. Product managers collaborate with designers, engineers, and analysts to iterate on features that improve user experience and portfolio performance.
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iOS Engineer
Company: Wealthfront
Location: Remote
Posted Jan 24, 2025
Wealthfront is seeking iOS Engineers for a remote or hybrid role in Palo Alto, CA. The successful candidate will design and develop new features for the iOS app, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and work with backend APIs. The role involves building a premier native iOS application, designing reusable REST APIs, and ensuring smooth operation in production. Required skills include 2-6 years of iOS development experience, proficiency in Swift, and experience with UIKit or SwiftUI. Wealthfront offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
Fraud Operations Analyst
Company: Wealthfront
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Posted Jan 12, 2025
Wealthfront is seeking a remote Fraud Operations Analyst I to handle daily fraud monitoring and investigations. The role involves identifying unusual financial activities, conducting complex investigations, and performing data-driven analysis. The candidate should have 1-3 years of analytical experience in financial services, strong research skills, and experience with SQL. The estimated salary is $79,000-95,000 USD plus equity. Wealthfront values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits.
Android Engineer
Company: Wealthfront
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Wealthfront is seeking Android Engineers for a role that supports remote work in the US or hybrid in-office in Palo Alto, CA. The successful candidate will design and develop new investment account and cash account functionality within the Android app, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and work with frontend and backend engineers to design, build, and test reusable REST APIs. The role offers an opportunity to work with leadership, provide technical guidance, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package. Wealthfront aims to make investing easy and understandable for clients, and the ideal candidate should have 2-6 years of professional Android development experience, proficiency in Java or Kotlin, and strong problem-solving skills.
Sr. Manager, Lifecycle Marketing - Client Engagement
Company: Wealthfront
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Wealthfront, a leader in financial technology, seeks a Sr. Manager of Lifecycle Marketing. The role involves creating and managing multi-channel marketing programs to guide clients through their journey with Wealthfront. The ideal candidate should have 6+ years of marketing experience, particularly in customer lifecycle marketing, and a track record of leading successful multi-channel campaigns. They should be collaborative, strategic, and operationally skilled, with knowledge in quantitative and qualitative marketing insights. The role is highly cross-functional, working closely with Data Science & Engineering, Product Marketing, Consumer Research, and Creative. The candidate will develop personalized programs using customer segmentation and behavior data, and measure the performance of marketing programs. Wealthfront offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a supportive work environment.
Senior Staff Product Designer - Investing
Company: Wealthfront
Location: USA
Posted Jan 24, 2025
Wealthfront is seeking a Senior Staff Product Designer to lead design for new Investing products, reporting directly to the Design Director. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing industry-leading experiences, simplifying complexity, and a passion for investing or financial technology. The role involves strong collaboration, thinking in scalable systems, and a high standard for craft and execution. The designer will be at the forefront of charting the next generation of technology innovation in investing products. Wealthfront values innovation, learning, and an inclusive culture. The role requires 8+ years of product design experience, a portfolio showcasing UX challenges, and the ability to communicate design concepts clearly. The estimated annual salary is ~$240,000 USD plus equity and discretionary bonus.
Senior Staff Accountant, Payroll Specialist
Company: Wealthfront
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Posted Jan 22, 2025
The job posting is for a senior corporate accountant role at Wealthfront, a financial services company. The role involves processing semi-monthly payroll, accounting duties, and financial reporting. The candidate will work on end-to-end financial processes, month/quarter/year-end close activities, and process improvement projects. They will also maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors, regulators, and auditors. Requirements include a BA/BS in accounting, 4-6 years of accounting and payroll experience, proficiency in MS Office, NetSuite, and ADP/Namely. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, tech-driven environment.
Senior Data Engineer
Company: Wealthfront
Location: Remote
Posted Jan 21, 2025
Wealthfront, a leading robo-advisor, seeks a Data Engineer with 5-10 years of experience in designing metrics-focused deliverables within data-driven, consumer-facing software companies. The role involves collaborating with various teams to curate datasets, model business data layers, design and deploy scalable data pipelines, and maintain data quality. The ideal candidate should have expert level SQL knowledge, experience with big data processing frameworks, and familiarity with analytic reporting tools. Wealthfront values automation and aims to transform the financial industry, making long-term wealth building accessible to all.
Senior Data Engineer
Company: Wealthfront
Location: USA
Posted Jan 18, 2025
Wealthfront, a data-driven investment advisory firm, is seeking a Data Engineer with extensive experience in designing and building metrics-focused deliverables. The role involves collaborating with various teams, maintaining data quality, and building scalable data pipelines. The company values automation and offers a competitive salary range of $185,000 - $228,000 USD, along with comprehensive benefits. Wealthfront aims to transform the financial industry by making it easy for individuals to build long-term wealth.
Sr. Loan Processor
Company: Wealthfront
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Posted Jan 13, 2025
Wealthfront is hiring a senior mortgage loan processor to join their team. The role involves working with existing clients, providing excellent service, and guiding them through the loan process using innovative technology. Responsibilities include reviewing loan files, liaising with operational and sales departments, evaluating loan applications, and ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines. The ideal candidate should have a customer-focused, business-centric mindset, strong knowledge of mortgage loan products and regulations, and excellent communication skills. The position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge team in a rapidly growing environment, with a salary range of $67,500-75,000 USD plus equity and comprehensive benefits.
Sr. People Operations/Compensation Analyst
Company: Wealthfront
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Posted Jan 25, 2025