Backend Engineer (Python / Django) - Remote (locations listed below) | Full-time | Permanent
A fast-growing fintech scale-up is looking for an experienced backend engineer to help shape the future of its financial platform. With recent backing from top-tier institutional investors and a track record of supporting thousands of businesses worldwide, the company provides fast, reliable solutions that power B2B growth.
You’ll be joining a cross-functional, globally distributed engineering team, building core financial services and infrastructure that directly impact customer experience and business outcomes.
What you'll be doing
- Building and scaling backend services using Python, Django or similar frameworks
- Designing and maintaining clean, well-structured REST APIs
- Working with relational databases (ideally PostgreSQL) and designing performant schemas
- Writing clean, tested, production-ready code
- Collaborating closely with product, data, and design teams to ship new features
- Monitoring application performance and addressing reliability or security concerns
- Participating in code reviews and contributing to architectural discussions
- Supporting continuous improvement across the team
What we're looking for
3+ years of backend engineering experience (multiple levels available), ideally with Python / DjangoDeep knowledge of API design, microservices, and scalable systemsExperience working with SQL databases and ORMsFamiliarity with cloud services like AWSComfort with Git, testing frameworks (e.g., pytest), and CI / CD workflowsA strong grasp of security best practices and data protection principlesEffective communication skills in English, a collaborative team player, and someone who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environmentsBonus points
Experience in fintech or product-led SaaS businessesWhat sets you apart
You know how to prioritize and focus on the most impactful workYou bring a collaborative, humble mindset, and others enjoy working with youYou care about code quality but also understand business contextYou believe in sharing knowledge, giving feedback, and growing togetherYou are thoughtful about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and actively contribute to an environment where everyone can thriveWhat’s on offer
Remote-friendly setupPrivate healthcare and wellbeing supportGenerous parental leave and support policiesEquity schemePension plan and other country-specific benefitsLocations
Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Greece, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden
Please note
You must already have the right to work in your chosen location, as visa sponsorship is not currently available for this role.
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