Senior Fintech Developer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work

Health insurance

Online courses

Career growth

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Fintech Developer to join a fully remote engineering team. You will design, build, test and deploy high-quality financial software, leveraging Java, Python, Go and modern frontend ties to deliver secure, scalable solutions.

You will collaborate with product, design and other engineers, mentor juniors, implement APIs, ensure data protection, optimize performance and stay current with fintech trends in a remote-first environment.

Qualifikationen

• 6+ years of professional software development experience, fintech focus preferred.
• Strong backend skills in Java, Python or Go; frontend experience a plus.
• Cloud, containers and modern API development essential.

Aufgaben

• Design, develop, test, and deploy financial software solutions.
• Collaborate with product, design and engineering to implement features.
• Write clean, maintainable code and APIs for financial systems.
• Implement and maintain security measures and data protection.
• Optimize performance, scalability and reliability of applications.
• Mentor junior developers and participate in code reviews.
• Stay updated with fintech trends and best practices.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Autonomy

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Java

Python

Go

React

Angular

Vue.js

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL

NoSQL

CI/CD

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the financial technology space, is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Fintech Developer to join their fully remote engineering team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, developing and deploying sophisticated financial solutions that are transforming the industry. You will be at the forefront of creating robust, scalable, and secure applications, contributing significantly to the company's product roadmap. As a remote-first role, we seek candidates who are self-motivated, excellent communicators, and thrive in a collaborative virtual environment. You will leverage your deep technical expertise to build the next generation of financial services, driving innovation from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality software solutions for financial applications.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and implement new features.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js, React).
• Develop and integrate APIs to connect various financial systems and services.
• Implement and maintain robust security measures and data protection protocols.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues in a timely manner.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to the team's technical growth.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices in fintech.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional software development experience, with a significant focus on fintech or financial services.
• Strong proficiency in backend development languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go) and relevant frameworks.
• Experience with frontend technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for building innovative financial solutions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for effective remote teamwork.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary and bonus structure, reflecting your expertise and contributions.
• Enjoy the ultimate flexibility to work from any location with reliable internet.
• Our client provides comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and development tools is standard.
• We foster a collaborative and supportive remote work culture, encouraging continuous learning through online courses and virtual conferences.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership within a rapidly growing fintech company are abundant.
• Join a dynamic team building the future of finance from anywhere.