Careers at Lightspark

Shaping the future of payments

Backed by leading investors

Our Mission at Lightspark

Our mission is to transform payments by creating groundbreaking solutions that put our customers first. We dream big, innovate boldly, and move fast—driven by a relentless focus on excellence. We never settle for “good enough,” and we’re united by a culture of respect, humility, and fierce determination. With a scrappy mindset and a commitment to delivering value, we take risks, learn and execute. Together, we’re building something that hasn’t been done before, and we’re just getting started.

What we’re building

We believe in a world where money moves as seamlessly as information on the Internet. We’re dedicated to creating the most accessible, reliable, enterprise-grade payments solution. We empower businesses to send and receive payments, develop innovative payment experiences, and create groundbreaking business models.

Why we care

We know that transforming how money moves can transform the world. We’re passionate about building the infrastructure that will allow businesses to scale faster, innovate further, and connect globally. By solving today’s toughest challenges, we’re opening doors for new opportunities and empowering a more dynamic, digital economy.

Who we are

We are a team of bold thinkers, relentless builders, and customer-obsessed problem-solvers. At Lightspark, we value excellence, innovation, and a scrappy mindset. We push boundaries, experiment with big ideas, and never settle for “good enough.” United by our mission, we’re creating the future of payments, together.

Values

Our values are the foundation of everything we do at Lightspark. They guide our decisions, shape our culture, and ensure we’re aligned in our mission to make an impact.

Obsessive Customer Focus

We’re laser-focused on solving customer needs across industries. We create value, compete for their success, and equip them with tools to achieve their goals.

Dream Big. Make it Real.

We’re breaking new ground. Imagination drives us forward, undeterred by convention or limits. We’re just at the start of our long-term vision.

Hardcore Scrappy Momentum

Our transformative tech drives us to act boldly and simply. With smart, relentless execution, we reach our goals.

Don’t Ship Sh*tty

We pursue excellence with urgency. Every team member owns the fix, ensuring we deliver high-quality work.

Sparkitude

As one team, we communicate openly and respect each other. Ego-free, we focus on merit and strive to improve daily. We drink pink drinks.

Best-in-class benefits

We’re committed to offering benefits that support and empower our team. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive—at work and beyond.
Competitive salary
Stock options
Flexible work schedule
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
20 paid vacation days a year, plus holidays
401(k) matching
Annual bonuses
FSA/DCA accounts
Generous family leave policies
Wellness benefits with One Medical and Maven Clinic

Engineering at Lightspark

At Lightspark, we're not just writing code; we're crafting the future of finance with passion, precision, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Rachel MalonsonEngineering Manager
To me, it’s honestly the dream team. Everyone on the team is not only highly intelligent and hard-working, but also really kind and generous. They’re always willing to lend a helping hand, and everyone works well together to get things done.
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Michael GorvenSenior Production Engineer
The opportunity to work with a team of awesome people building something new from the ground up brought me to Lightspark. An environment of solving challenging problems is also something I really enjoy.
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Yun YuSenior Software Engineer
Joining the team at Lightspark is the best decision I ever made - smaller company with huge passion. I’ve learnt about what it’s like to work in a small company and build everything from scratch.
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Corey MartinWeb Front End Engineer
There’s a culture of support and flexibility which makes for a great work experience. At the same time the team is best in class so there are also lots of opportunities for growth and learning.
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Experienced team from various high-growth environments

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Life at Lightspark

We push boundaries and challenge ourselves and each other. Our expectations are high, and our egos are low. Working here is not for everyone—don’t apply if you want to work 9-5.

Join us in Los Angeles

Lightspark is headquartered in Culver City, Los Angeles. We're an in-person company. Every day we thrive on soaking up the energy and inspiration that comes from living and working in a city known for creativity, innovation, and endless sunshine.

Transparent interview experience

Set yourself up for success and know what to expect throughout every stage of the process. Learn more about Lightspark’s approach to hiring and familiarize with our crafted interview process.

Explore Roles at Lightspark

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