Software Engineer

Pismo; City Of London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A cloud-first fintech company is seeking an Associate Backend Engineer to enhance their Control-Center platform. This remote role involves developing GraphQL endpoints, collaborating with a team on backend services, and applying best practices in cloud-native development. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic about backend development and eager to learn. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or relevant experience is required.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of backend development principles and RESTful API design.
• Eagerness to learn and apply debugging tools to resolve issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Write and maintain GraphQL endpoints connecting UI to internal APIs.
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams on backend services.
• Participate in code reviews to improve quality and maintainability.

Skills

Golang

GraphQL

RESTful APIs

AWS

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

3+ years of relevant work experience

Tools

Git

Docker

Job description

Job Description

We’re looking for a curious and motivated Associate Backend Engineer to join our Operations UI team—an integral part of our Control-Center platform. This team builds and maintains the tools that enable our customers to serve their own users through day-to-day operations like viewing transactions, adjusting account balances, and managing cards. You’ll be supported by experienced engineers while gaining hands‑on experience in a global, cloud‑first fintech company that’s landing major clients and making a real impact.

The Work Itself

• Write and maintain GraphQL endpoints that connect our UI to internal APIs, enabling key operational features.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and cross‑functional teams to design, build, and test backend services.
• Participate in pair programming, bug fixing, and design discussions to improve service reliability and performance.
• Learn and apply best practices in microservices architecture, cloud‑native development, and secure coding.
• Contribute to a platform used by global customers, with opportunities to explore new technologies and patterns.
• Grow your skills in a supportive environment with mentorship and exposure to large‑scale systems.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates foundational technical knowledge to understand backend requirements and service design.
• Applies standard development practices using Golang, GraphQL, REST, and AWS to build scalable services.
• Collaborates with team members to implement features, resolve bugs, and improve system performance.
• Participates in code reviews and testing to ensure quality and maintainability.
• Documents technical decisions and asks clarifying questions to ensure alignment with team goals.
• Engages in continuous learning and contributes to a culture of engineering excellence.

The Skills You Bring

• Energy and Experience: A growth mindset and enthusiasm for backend development in cloud environments.
• Challenge the Status Quo: Willingness to ask questions, explore new ideas, and improve existing systems.
• Language Expertise: Exposure to or interest in Golang, GraphQL, and RESTful APIs.
• Builder: Ability to write clean, maintainable code and contribute to scalable backend services.
• Learner: Eager to learn microservices, AWS, and modern development practices.
• Partnership: Strong collaboration skills and openness to feedback in a team‑oriented environment.

Additional Information

This is a remote position. A remote position does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a Visa office location. Remote positions may be required to be present at a Visa office with scheduled notice.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of backend development principles and RESTful API design.
• Exposure to or interest in working with Golang, GraphQL, and AWS.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable code and apply secure coding practices.
• Willingness to learn and apply debugging tools to resolve issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working in a team environment.
• Demonstrated interest in software development through coursework, projects, or internships.
• Ability to ask clarifying questions and document requirements for assigned components.
• Eagerness to participate in code reviews and learn from feedback.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and cloud‑native development.
• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, or containerization tools like Docker.
• Exposure to telemetry or monitoring tools.
• Passion for learning and staying current with backend technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with larger scale production systems.
• Knowledge of additional programming languages or frameworks beyond the core stack.
• Prior experience with Visa or financial services environments (preferred).

Additional Information

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.