Backend Engineer - Payments

N26

España

Hybrid

PHP 4,724,000 - 6,541,000

Full time

14 days+
Application generator

Turn this role into an interview — a resume and cover letter built around what this employer wants.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Development budget
Work from home budget
Wellness discounts
Language apps
Public transportation
Premium bank account for you and your
Relocation with visa support

Job summary

N26 is seeking a software engineer to join the Everyday Banking Payments Team, focusing on high-volume systems that power payments and card transactions across Europe. You will build reliable, secure experiences for everyday banking customers, working in a hybrid setup from Barcelona or Berlin.

You will design, develop, test, and maintain services using JVM languages and Spring Boot, with a strong emphasis on microservices, cloud platforms, and secure, well-documented code.

Qualifications

  • Experience with JVM languages and Spring Boot in large-scale production systems.
  • Strong understanding of microservice architectures and cloud deployments.
  • Knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL) and cloud security best practices.

Responsibilities

  • Do discovery, design, develop, test, deploy and maintain software in a thriving environment.
  • Manage project priorities and deliverables within a collaborative team.
  • Stay up to date with the latest technology trends and contribute ideas.
  • Propose new findings during Get Stuff Done Days.

Skills

Java / JVM
Spring Boot
Microservices
PostgreSQL
AWS / Cloud
Security best practices
Testing & documentation
Feedback culture

Job description

About the opportunity

You will work in the Everyday Banking domain, within the Payments Team . This is where all payment and card transactions are being managed and processed by modern & high-volume systems that power the best customer experience possible . These teams make banking easy, reliable, seamless and secure - everyday for every customer.

This is a hybrid role from Barcelona or Berlin.

In this role, you will:
  • Do discovery, design, develop, test, deploy and maintain software in a thriving environment.
  • Manage individual project priorities and deliverables while working in a team that enjoys knowledge sharing sessions.
  • Stay up to date with the latest trends in technology.
  • Propose new findings during our GSDD (Get Stuff Done Days).
What you need to be successful:
  • Experience in developing software using a JVM language and Spring Boot in large-scale production systems (note: experience of Kotlin would be a plus).
  • Sound understanding of microservice architecture.
  • Knowledge of both relational and non-relational databases, preferably Postgres.
  • Appreciation of working in a modern cloud architecture, preferably with AWS.
  • Strong bias for action and getting things done.
  • Ongoing appreciation and consideration for security.
  • Motivation to write code which is well-tested and well-documented.
  • Ability to give and receive open, direct, and timely feedback.
What’s in it for you:
  • Accelerate your career growth by joining one of Europe’s most talked about disruptors .
  • Employee benefits that range from a competitive personal development budget, work from home budget, discounts to fitness & wellness memberships, language apps and public transportation.
  • As an N26 employee you will have access to a Premium subscription on your personal N26 bank account. As well as subscriptions for friends and family members.
  • Additional day of annual leave for each year of service.
  • A high degree of autonomy and access to cutting edge technologies - all while working with a friendly team of peers of diverse nationalities, life experiences and family statuses.
  • A relocation package with visa support for those who need it.
Who we are

N26 has reimagined banking for today’s digital world. Technology and design empower everything we do and it’s how we are building the global banking platform the world loves to use.

We've eliminated physical branches, paperwork, and hidden fees for an elegant digital experience and supreme savings. Giving people the power to live and bank their way is what gets us out of bed in the morning and inspires the work that we do.

We are headquartered in Berlin with offices in multiple cities across Europe, including Vienna and Barcelona, and a 1,500-strong team of more than 80 nationalities.

Equal Opportunities:

We recognize that our strength lies in our people and the varied perspectives they bring to our workforce. We strive to build talented and diverse teams to drive our business success and empower our people to reach their full potential.

We genuinely welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, neurodiversities, and ages. We're committed to creating an inclusive workspace where everyone feels valued and respected, free from harassment and discrimination. If there's anything you need to make the application process work for you, please let us know by reaching out to candidate.exp@n26.com .

Visit our website to learn more about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at N26.

Get your free, confidential resume review.
or drag and drop your file here.
Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Payments Backend Engineer - High-Volume Microservices Hybrid
Payments Backend Engineer - High-Volume Microservices Hybrid

N26 • España

Hybrid
PHP 4,724,000 - 6,541,000
Development budget
Work from home budget
Wellness discounts
+4
Senior Software Engineer (Java)
Senior Software Engineer (Java)

Revolut • España

On-site
PHP 5,643,000 - 8,777,000
Software Solutions Engineer RS2 Plc
Software Solutions Engineer RS2 Plc

RS2 SOFTWARE PLC • Philippines

On-site
PHP 600,000 - 900,000
DevOps Engineer
DevOps Engineer

Paymentology • Manila

On-site
PHP 1,400,000 - 2,100,000
Graduate Programme 2027: Software Engineer (Java)
Graduate Programme 2027: Software Engineer (Java)

Revolut • España

Hybrid
PHP 3,708,000 - 4,945,000
Engineering Manager- Payments Bengaluru
Engineering Manager- Payments Bengaluru

OpenFX • Hinoba-an

Hybrid
PHP 2,400,000 - 4,200,000
Competitive salary and benefits
Equity
Fast-paced fintech environment
+2
Senior Software Engineer
Senior Software Engineer

intro • España

On-site
PHP 5,084,000 - 7,988,000
Senior Backend Engineer
Senior Backend Engineer

ING Hubs Romania • Manila

On-site
PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000
Global team environment
Impactful international projects
Culture of innovation and learning
+2
Senior Product Designer — Credit & Cards, Europe (Remote)
Senior Product Designer — Credit & Cards, Europe (Remote)

Finom • España

Hybrid
PHP 5,084,000 - 6,899,000
Senior Software Engineer – Integrations & API Connectivity
Senior Software Engineer – Integrations & API Connectivity

Visa Hunt • España

On-site
PHP 5,080,000 - 7,983,000