Senior Backend Engineer (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Backend Engineer (Fintech): Building and scaling core financial products for a high-growth platform with an accent on distributed systems and high-load architecture. Focus on designing microservices, optimizing database performance, and integrating complex third-party APIs to support millions of users.

Location: Fully remote, must be based in Europe. Relocation support available to hubs in Armenia, Georgia, Serbia, Portugal, and Spain.

Company

hirify.global is a leading fintech unicorn in the GCC region, providing flexible payment solutions that empower millions of users to shop, earn, and save.

What you will do

• Scale and maintain core backend systems supporting high-volume transaction processing.
• Design and implement robust microservices using Golang and PostgreSQL.
• Collaborate with a distributed engineering team to deliver high-impact product features.
• Optimize system performance and reliability within a Kubernetes-based cloud environment.
• Integrate third-party APIs to expand payment capabilities and partner offerings.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and maintain clean, testable codebases.

Requirements

• 5+ years of backend engineering experience, including at least 2 years with Golang.
• Proven track record of building scalable, distributed systems.
• Strong proficiency with PostgreSQL, Redis, and Kubernetes.
• Experience working within Google Cloud Platform environments.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote, distributed team.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time B2B contract with 22 days of annual paid leave.
• Up to 20% tax allowance.
• Stock options (ESOP) in a fast-scaling, pre-IPO company.
• Flexible benefits budget for wellness, travel, or learning.
• Opportunity to work in a high-performing, international fintech environment.

Hiring process

• HR call.
• Technical interview.
• Final interview.