Senior Backend Engineer - Fintech
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Job description
- Needs constant direction or hand-holding
- Prefers stable, predictable environments
- Only cares about the paycheck, not the mission
- Can't handle constructive feedback or fast iteration
We're a small team where everyone has massive impact. If you want to build something that changes millions of lives while working with exceptional people, you're our person., Backend Development (Primary Focus):
- Build and maintain robust payment processing systems using TypeScript/Node.js (NestJS)
- Design and implement APIs that handle financial transactions securely and efficiently
- Create transaction routing algorithms that optimize for acceptance rates and fees
- Implement real-time messaging and event-driven architecture using CloudAMQP
- Apply DDD principles and Clean Architecture patterns to build maintainable, scalable systems
Infrastructure & Scale:
- Architect scalable database solutions using PostgreSQL for financial data
- Deploy and maintain cloud infrastructure on Render
- Ensure 99.9% uptime for mission-critical payment systems
- Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting for production systems
Product & Strategy:
- Collaborate directly with founders on product roadmap and technical decisions
- Research and integrate with multiple payment acquirers and financial institutions
- Contribute to technical documentation and API specifications
Requirements
Do you have experience in TypeScript?, We're looking for a senior Backend Engineer (TypeScript/Node.js) with strong React skills who embodies both technical excellence and startup DNA., * Years of experience with TypeScript/Node.js backend development
- Strong understanding of backend architecture, APIs, and databases (PostgreSQL)
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS) and modern development practices
- Solid React/TypeScript skills for frontend work when needed
- Bonus: Previous fintech or payment systems experience
Architecture & Craftsmanship (Must-have):
- Strong SOLID design habits
- Can design and ship features end-to-end (scoping, decomposition, technical design)
- Hands-on with DDD (domain modeling, bounded contexts)
- Familiar with Clean Architecture / Hexagonal (Ports & Adapters) principles
Startup DNA:
- High ownership mentality: You don't just code, you think about the business impact
- Thrives in uncertainty: You're energized by fast-changing priorities and ambiguous requirements
- Move fast, break things: You ship quickly, iterate based on feedback, and aren't afraid of making mistakes
- Excellence-driven: You have high standards for yourself and push others to be better
- Bonus: Previous High Level (semi-professional/professional) Athlete, Video-Games Player, Musician.
Cultural Fit:
- Direct communicator: You speak up when something isn't working and propose solutions
- Globally minded: You understand we're building for entrepreneurs worldwide
- Mission-driven: You genuinely care about democratizing access to global commerce
- Resilient: Startup life is intense; lots of work, fast decisions, high stakes; you need to handle pressure and bounce back from setbacks
Benefits & conditions
Financial:
- Competitive salary
- Equity package
- Performance bonuses tied to company milestones
Professional Growth:
- Direct access to founders and key strategic decisions
- Work on cutting-edge fintech technology with global impact
- Small team environment where your contributions are immediately visible
- Opportunity to shape technical architecture from early stage
Work Environment:
- Hybrid Remote-friendly culture with flexible hours
- Modern tech stack and tools
- Fast-paced startup environment with rapid learning opportunities
- Minimal bureaucracy, focus on building and shipping
Impact & Mission:
- Every feature you build enables entrepreneurs worldwide to access global markets
- Be part of democratizing financial infrastructure for emerging economies
- Work on technology that processes real money and affects real businesses
- Join a well-funded startup ($1.1M raised) with strong investor backing and client demand
Fair Warning: This is intense startup life with high expectations, significant responsibility, and the need to move fast. Perfect for engineers who want extraordinary impact and compensation to match.
Type d'emploi : CDI
Rémunération : 4 000,00€ à 8 000,00€ par mois
Avantages :
- Intéressement et participation
- Travail à domicile occasionnel