Backend Engineer (Python / Django) Remote (locations listed below) | Full time | Permanent
A fast-growing fintech scale-up is looking for an experienced backend engineer to help shape the future of its financial platform. With recent backing from top-tier institutional investors and a track record of supporting thousands of businesses worldwide, the company provides fast solutions that power B2B growth.
You’ll be joining a cross-functional, globally distributed engineering team, building out core financial services and infrastructure that directly impact customer experience and business outcomes.
What you'll be doing

Building and scaling backend services using Python, Django or similar frameworks
Designing and maintaining clean, well-structured REST APIs
Working with relational databases, ideally PostgreSQL, and designing performant schemas
Writing clean, tested, production-ready code
Collaborating closely with product, data, and design teams to ship new features
Monitoring application performance and addressing reliability or security concerns
Participating in code reviews and contributing to architectural discussions
Supporting continuous improvement across the team

What we're looking for

3+ years of backend engineering experience (multiple levels available), ideally with Python / Django
Deep knowledge of API design, microservices, and scalable systems
Experience working with SQL databases and ORMs
Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS
Comfort with Git, testing frameworks (e.g., pytest), and CI/CD workflows
A strong grasp of security best practices and data protection principles
Effective communication skills in English, collaborative team spirit, and ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments

Bonus points if you’ve worked in fintech or product-led SaaS businesses, but we’re open to strong engineers from all industries.
What sets you apart

You know how to prioritize and focus on the most impactful work
You bring a collaborative, humble mindset, and others enjoy working with you
You care about code quality but also understand business context
You believe in sharing knowledge, giving feedback, and growing together
You're thoughtful about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and actively contribute to an environment where everyone can thrive

What’s on offer

Remote-friendly setup
Private healthcare and wellbeing support
Generous parental leave and support policies
Equity scheme
Pension plan and other country-specific benefits

Locations :
Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Greece, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden
Please note :
You must already have the right to work in your chosen location, as visa sponsorship is not currently available for this role.
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