Python Developer

JR Spain; La Coruña; A distancia; EUR 40.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A fast-growing fintech scale-up is seeking an experienced Backend Engineer to join its remote team. Your role will involve building scalable backend services with Python and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of backend engineering experience, particularly with Python/Django, and a strong grasp of API design. Benefits include private healthcare, generous parental leave, and pension plans.

Servicios

Private healthcare and wellbeing support

Generous parental leave

Equity scheme

Pension plan

Formación

• 3+ years of backend engineering experience, ideally with Python/Django.
• Deep knowledge of API design and microservices.
• Experience with SQL databases and ORMs.

Responsabilidades

• Building and scaling backend services using Python.
• Designing and maintaining clean REST APIs.
• Collaborating with product, data, and design teams.

Conocimientos

Backend engineering

Python

Django

API design

Microservices

Relational databases

SQL

AWS

Git

CI/CD workflows

Security best practices

Effective communication

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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 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 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.