TL;DR

Senior Backend Developer (Fintech): Designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and secure cloud-based backend systems and APIs for fintech compliance and risk management products with an accent on low-latency processing, high availability, and fault tolerance. Focus on architecting cloud infrastructure on AWS, technical leadership, and optimizing system performance and reliability.

Company

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What you will do

Lead design and development of robust, scalable backend systems and APIs primarily using Python.
Architect and maintain high-scale cloud solutions on AWS ensuring reliability and performance.
Design services optimized for low-latency, high availability, and fault tolerance in financial applications.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level developers.
Develop and enhance fintech compliance and risk management products meeting regulatory standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend, DevOps, and product managers to deliver end-to-end solutions.

Requirements

Experience: 5-8 years of professional backend development experience.
Expert-level Python proficiency and experience with frameworks like Django, Flask, Sanic, or FastAPI.
Proven experience designing, deploying, and managing applications on AWS.
Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and DynamoDB.
Strong understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and event-driven systems.
Ability to mentor and guide other engineers.

Nice to have

Experience with Node.js.
Previous experience in fintech, RegTech, or financial services industry.
Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes containerization technologies.