Python Developer

intro; Alicante; A distancia; EUR 35.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A rapidly growing fintech scale-up is seeking an experienced Backend Engineer to enhance its financial platform. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely with a globally distributed team, focusing on backend services and infrastructure that impact customer experience. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in Python and Django, and a collaborative mindset to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Servicios

Private healthcare and wellbeing support

Generous parental leave and support policies

Equity scheme

Pension plan

Remote friendly setup

Formación

• 3+ years of backend engineering experience, ideally with Python/Django.
• Deep knowledge of API design, microservices, and scalable systems.
• Fluent in English and effective communicator.

Responsabilidades

• Build and scale backend services using Python (Django or similar).
• Design and maintain clean, well-structured REST APIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ship new features.

Conocimientos

Backend engineering

API design

Microservices

SQL databases

Python

Django

Collaboration

Communication

Herramientas

AWS

Git

pytest

Descripción del empleo

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
• An effective communicator (fluent in English) , a collaborative team player, and someone who thrives 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 prioritise 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 you 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.