Senior Backend Engineer — FinTech Microservices

Gen Digital Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Gen Digital Inc. is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to architect and implement scalable fintech backends, APIs, and microservices. You will lead cross-functional teams, design robust software, and ensure security and regulatory compliance across platforms.

The role emphasizes mentoring, performance optimization, and collaboration with product and security teams to deliver reliable digital finance experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 4+ years of software development experience.
• Experience with Python/Django.
• Experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MSSQL).
• Experience with non-relational databases (MongoDB, DocumentDB, CosmosDB).
• Experience with web APIs of moderate complexity.
• Familiar with Docker and Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement complex software solutions for fintech needs.
• Lead and mentor development teams; guide project direction and architecture.
• Ensure software complies with security standards and financial regulations.
• Optimize application performance for scalability and user experience.
• Uphold quality assurance through testing and code reviews.
• Solve intricate technical challenges under tight deadlines.
• Keep abreast of fintech technologies and industry trends.
• Facilitate collaboration across departments to align software with business objectives.
• Provide operational support, troubleshooting, and system improvements.
• Contribute to strategic planning with tech insights and innovation proposals.

Skills

Python/Django

Leadership

Web APIs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MSSQL

MongoDB

DocumentDB

CosmosDB

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Gen Digital Inc. is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to architect and implement scalable fintech backends, APIs, and microservices. You will lead cross-functional teams, design robust software, and ensure security and regulatory compliance across platforms.

The role emphasizes mentoring, performance optimization, and collaboration with product and security teams to deliver reliable digital finance experiences.