Senior Backend Engineer (Banking)

The role is about:

In the Banking Team, you will be part of a team of experts, their sole mission is to ensure that our Banking services are running smoothly and solving real life problems. The Banking team will kick-start our Banking journey - As part of this team you are expected to solve problems with sustainable solutions and with scalability in mind.

Location: Poland, Portugal, London, UK, Limassol, Cyprus and Vilnius, Lithuania.

Reporting Line: Technical Lead

What You’ll Do:

• Work closely with the team Lead to identify the key architecture drivers and Non-Functional Requirements for a core customer facing product.
• Match the best suitable frameworks and tools for the designed architecture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, business analysts, and other developers, to understand and implement business requirements.
• Constantly add value to the team by writing readable, testable and efficient code.
• Maintain and develop engineering culture.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers.

Who You Are:

You are a Backend Python Engineer with expertise in building and optimizing payment gateways. You thrive in designing scalable, secure, and high-performance systems, with strong knowledge of APIs, integrations, and transaction processing. Your problem-solving mindset and deep understanding of Python, databases, and cloud infrastructure make you a valuable asset to the team.

What We`re Looking for :

Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience developing high-load, scalable applications.
• Experience in the Fintech or Ecommerce industry (preferred but not mandatory).
• Strong knowledge of Django, FastAPI, and designing/implementing REST APIs.
• Familiarity with technologies like Git, Debian, Docker, MariaDB, MongoDB, and preferably Apache Druid.
• Understanding of distributed systems and integrations.

Skills:

• Proven experience in delivering good testing practices.
• Ability to implement solutions that minimize performance issues, complexity, or fragility.
• Experience in writing robust, fault-tolerant software that runs smoothly and reliably.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Soft Skills:

• A customer-centric, empathetic mindset with excellent listening skills.
• Ability to focus on the essentials and create simple solutions for fast results.

The perks of being a payabl.er:  

• Grow Without Limits: Our environment is all about nurturing your talents and fueling your ambition with endless opportunities for professional development. 
• Thrive in a multicultural workplace that celebrates diversity and values your unique contributions. Here, every perspective is appreciated, and every voice is heard. 
• Lead the Charge in Pioneering Projects: Be at the forefront of innovation by playing a key role in groundbreaking projects.  
• Support for Your Educational Aspirations: We're here to support your educational pursuits because we believe in investing in your growth. 

Please note: As this role is open to multiple locations, the benefits and employment conditions may vary depending on your location. A full overview of applicable benefits and conditions will be discussed during your first interview with our Talent Acquisition team. 

Our Hiring Process:

Step 1: Initial Interview - A 30-40 minute conversation with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss your experience, career goals, and expectations.

Step 2: Technical Assignment - A take-home test designed to showcase your skills. You’ll have up to 5 days to complete it in a single attempt (estimated time: 90-180 minutes).

Step 3: Technical Review & Live Coding - Our technical experts will review your assignment and invite you for a live coding challenge to assess your problem-solving and coding abilities (60-90 minutes).

Step 4: Final Behavioral Interview - A 45-60 minute discussion focused on team fit and collaboration with our Product Lead and CTO. This is your chance to dive deeper into our culture and align on expectations.