Backend Engineer, Python (Web3)

Who we areWe simplify wealth creation. Founded in **** in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we're here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom - for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want - with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 6 million customers, making us one of Europe's safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, "roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen" kind of people. It's these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you're someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let's go!Your missionBe part of Bitpanda's Crypto Hub, where you'll build cutting-edge Web3 infrastructure and shape the future of our decentralized ecosystem.What You'll DoBuild and scale backend systems powering Bitpanda's Web3 stack - from tokenized assets to dAppsDesign, write, and deploy secure, efficient Ethereum smart contractsDeliver clean, production-ready Python code with strong performance and maintainabilityOwn architecture decisions and drive technical direction across the teamMentor peers, review code, and help build a high-performance engineering cultureWho You Are5+ years of backend experience with a strong focus on Python, Go or Typescript and system architectureTouched upon writing and deploying smart contracts on Ethereum (Solidity/EVM)Skilled at integrating blockchain services, APIs, databases, and messaging queuesSolid understanding of scalability, observability, and CI/CD best practicesPassionate about Web3, hands-on, and driven to build real-world blockchain solutionsWhat's in it for youHybrid-working model with 25-Work From Anywhere daysCompetitive total compensation package including participation in our stock option planMarket-leading benefits programs shaped by our Time & Flexibility policiesCompany-wide and team events - both in-person and virtually!Bitpanda swag to keep you living the brandAnd, above all, the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda's incredible journey towards being Europe's future #1 investment platform.Bitpanda is committed to fostering a fair and equal environment based on trust and mutual respect. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success and we are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.* These benefits may be adjusted at Bitpanda's discretion and do not apply to our internships and exceptions to our Hybrid Working policy apply to teams with shift schedules or for folks whose roles require them to be in-office (think: Workplaces team or IT).

5+ years of backend experience with a strong focus on Python, Go or Typescript and system architecture Touched upon writing and deploying smart contracts on Ethereum (Solidity/EVM) Skilled at integrating blockchain services, APIs, databases, and messaging queues Solid understanding of scalability, observability, and CI/CD best practices Passionate about Web3, hands-on, and driven to build real-world blockchain solutions

Competitive total compensation package including participation in our stock option plan Market-leading benefits programs shaped by our Time & Flexibility policies* Company-wide and team events - both in-person and virtually! Bitpanda swag to keep you living the brand And, above all, the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda's incredible journey towards being Europe's future #1 investment platform. Bitpanda is committed to fostering a fair and equal environment based on trust and mutual respect. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success and we are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

• These benefits may be adjusted at Bitpanda's discretion and do not apply to our internships and exceptions to our Hybrid Working policy apply to teams with shift schedules or for folks whose roles require them to be in-office (think: Workplaces team or IT).

Architecting the Future of European Wealth

At Bitpanda, we aren’t just building a trading platform; we are engineering Europe’s most sophisticated all-in-one investment ecosystem. From real stocks and ETFs to state-of-the-art Web3 infrastructure and precious metals, we provide over 7 million users with the gateway to financial freedom through a seamless, premium experience.

The Challenge of Scale

As Austria’s first unicorn, we have moved past the "startup" phase into a sophisticated era of scale. We don't just build features, we architect reliability. We aim to provide you with an environment where you have the autonomy to solve high-concurrency, low-latency challenges within a European regulatory framework that demands excellence. Our diverse team of 700+ experts across 50 nationalities is operating from Vienna and multiple vibrant European hubs.

Your Impact 

We are looking for Senior Engineers and Product Visionaries who are bored by the ordinary. If you want to solve the hardest problems in fintech, work at the frontier of Web3 development, and fast-track the financial freedom for millions, Bitpanda is where your expertise meets its greatest challenge.

Fast-track your Career. Apply for Bitpanda today!