Software Backend Engineer - Senior / Confirmed (Paris or Remote France)

almapay.com; Paris; Remoto; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Alma is looking for a Senior Backend Software Engineer in Paris, France, to develop APIs and backend systems that facilitate payments for merchants. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience, proficiency in Python, and a solid understanding of relational databases. Candidates should be fluent in French and possess strong problem-solving skills. Alma values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. They offer a collaborative work environment focused on innovation and mutual respect.

Competenze

• 8+ years of relevant experience with large-scale backend systems.
• Proficient with Python and relational databases.
• Fluent in French and a good level in English.

Mansioni

• Create APIs and backend components for payments.
• Write maintainable code that meets quality and security standards.
• Evolve architecture in collaboration with product team.

Conoscenze

Python

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Formazione

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Strumenti

Docker

GCP

Kubernetes

Postgres

Redis

PubSub

Datadog

Descrizione del lavoro

About Alma

At Alma, we’re reinventing finance to serve those who matter the most: merchants and consumers. Our instalment and deferred payment solutions help merchants boost sales by up to 20%, increase customer loyalty, and deliver a seamless shopping experience — all without encouraging debt. As the BNPL leader in France and active in 10 European countries, we’ve empowered over 21000 merchants and 8 million consumers. With a team of 340+ Almakers and a €115M Series C funding round, Alma is rapidly scaling across Europe — and this is just the beginning...

About the job

As a Senior Backend Software Engineer, your key responsibilities are:

• Create APIs and backend components that enable payments for thousands of merchants and millions of consumers
• Write maintainable code that meets the highest quality, security, and performance standards expected of a regulated company processing billions of euros
• Evolve the architecture to meet growing business needs in close collaboration with the product team and other technical leaders
• Take the lead in production issues and performance troubleshooting, upgrading our product to achieve greater reliability in the long run

Our technical stack

Python, Docker, React, GCP, Kubernetes, Postgres, Redis, PubSub, Datadog

What makes you the perfect fit for the role?

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Experience: minimum 8 years of relevant work experience with large-scale backend systems (internships and apprenticeships excluded)
• Proficiency with Python and relational databases: we’re open to all backend programming languages for this role. However, as our products are built in Python, experience in Python is greatly appreciated!
• Languages: fluent in French and a good level in English mandatory
• You have the ability to influence how businesses and products are developed
• You’re methodical, possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, and can work effectively within a cross‑functional team
• Experience in building payment or financial solutions is a plus!

About the recruitment process

• Phone interview with Recruiter (30–45 mins)
• Interview with Hiring Manager (60 mins)
• Take-home coding test, followed by a remote feedback session (30 mins)
• Live system design interview (60 mins)
• Team Fit interview (60 mins)

More information on the hiring process can be found in our interview guide.

You're not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria and that's making you hesitate to apply?

At Alma, we believe that diversity drives innovation and strengthens our community and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, experiences, merit, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

So please take your chance, apply anyway!