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 Senior Backend Engineer with strong experience in Python, particularly using FastAPI. You’re confident designing and building scalable, high-performance systems, with a focus on clean code and secure architecture tailored to Banking services.

You understand the challenges of high-load applications and have a solid grasp of distributed systems, microservices, and database design. You’re familiar with tools like Docker, Git, MariaDB, and MongoDB, and ideally have experience in Fintech or Ecommerce.

Collaborative by nature, you enjoy solving complex problems, working across teams, and contributing to reliable backend services that power innovative financial products.

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.

Ready to Join Us? 

Let's embark on a journey to redefine the landscape of payments together. We're not just offering a role; we're inviting you to be a part of something bigger. Join our team, and let's innovate, disrupt, and lead the future of payments. Together, we can make an impact that resonates. Welcome to the team! 

If this role seems like a good match, please submit your resume all applications are treated with the strictest confidentiality. Please note that we may keep your CV for a period of one (1) year for future relevant job opportunities. For more information about how we process your data please see our privacy policy at https://www.payabl.com/privacy-policy