The role is about:
We are expanding our engineering capabilities and looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a key part in designing and building scalable, high-performance backend systems, contributing to the development of robust services that support a range of internal and customer-facing products. You will work in a fast-paced environment where system performance, scalability, and reliability are critical.
What you will do:
- Design and implement scalable Python microservices in a distributed architecture.
- Build and optimize high-performance backend systems, ensuring scalability and reliability under high load.
- Integrate and manage third-party APIs and external services.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical solutions and system design approaches.
- Work with AWS services (e.g. Lambda, cloud infrastructure) to architect and deploy solutions.
- Improve and maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes in collaboration with DevOps.
- Lead and contribute to code reviews, ensuring high engineering standards.
- Identify system bottlenecks and drive performance and scalability improvements.
- Troubleshoot complex production issues in distributed systems.
- Contribute to technical discussions and guide best practices within the team.
The perks of being a payabl.er:
- Future-Proof Your Finances: Once you’ve passed probation, we’ll kickstart your Provident Fund to secure your future.
- Grow with Us: Annual Learning Budget for professional development (eligible after probation)—because your growth is our growth.
- Wolt Your Way Through Lunch: €150 monthly Wolt allowance to keep you fueled and happy.
- Stay Active Your Way: Enjoy a SportsBenefits membership giving you access to a wide variety of gyms and sports facilities to support your active lifestyle.
- Drive in Style: After one year with us, you may be eligible for a company car—performance and availability permitting.
- Park with Ease: Complimentary parking space just steps from the office, so your commute is as smooth as your workday.
- Max Out Your Downtime: 25 days of vacation + public holidays + 10 days of sick leave.
- Shop & Save: Exclusive local discount card + tickets for exciting events like Beonix, basketball games, and more.
- Speak Like a Local: Join free Greek language classes, twice a week, open to all team members.
- Celebrate Together: We bring colleagues from all offices together for unforgettable company celebrations.
- Global Collaboration & Events: Opportunities to participate in international company events and initiatives, connecting with colleagues from all regions and contributing to a truly global community.
What we need:
- 5+ years of backend engineering experience with strong Python expertise.
- Proven experience building and scaling microservices architectures.
- Strong knowledge of FastAPI or Django.
- Experience working with AWS (including services such as Lambda).
- Strong experience with Docker and containerization.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab preferred).
- Strong understanding of distributed systems and high-load environments.
- Experience designing and optimizing systems for performance and scalability.
- Solid experience integrating third-party APIs.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a remote-first environment.
- Experience in fintech, payments, or financial platforms.
- Experience with high-throughput systems (e.g. trading, payments, real-time processing).
- Familiarity with event-driven architecture (Kafka, messaging systems).
- Experience mentoring or supporting other engineers.
