Senior Backend Python Engineer (Open Banking)

Job Description

The role is about:

In the Open Banking Team, you will be part of a team of experts, their sole mission is to ensure that our Banking services are running smoothly and solving real life problems. The Open Banking team will kick-start our Open Banking journey - As part of this team you are expected to solve problems with sustainable solutions and with scalability in mind.

You will:  

• Constantly add value to the team by writing readable, testable and efficient code.
• Match the best suitable frameworks and tools for the designed architecture.
• Work towards a launch of a new product which will generate new verticals to the company.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, business analysts, and other developers, to understand and implement business requirements.
• Maintain and develop engineering culture.
• Work closely with the Team Lead to identify the key architecture drivers and Non-Functional Requirements for a core customer facing product.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers.

What we need:

• A Minimum of around 7 years of experience, developing high-load scalable applications using Python programming language.
• Strong knowledge of FastAPI and designing and implementing REST API.
• Experience with technologies such as PostgreSQL, Kafka, SQL Alchemy and preferably Hazelcast or Redis.
• Understanding of distributed systems and integrations.
• Experience in connecting and integrating 3rd party services.
• Experience in delivering good testing practices.
• Being able to write robust and fault-tolerant software that runs smoothly and reliably.
• Implement solutions that minimize or eliminate performance problems, complexity, or solution fragility.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• A customer-centric, empathetic mindset with excellent listening skills.
• An ability to focus on what counts, creating simple solutions to deliver fast results.

The perks of being a payabl.er:  

• 🌱 Grow Without Limits: Our environment is all about nurturing your talents and fueling your ambition with endless opportunities for professional development. 
• 🌍Thrive in a multicultural workplace that celebrates diversity and values your unique contributions. Here, every perspective is appreciated, and every voice is heard. 
• Lead the Charge in Pioneering Projects: Be at the forefront of innovation by playing a key role in groundbreaking projects.  
• 📚 Support for Your Educational Aspirations: We're here to support your educational pursuits because we believe in investing in your growth. 

The benefits list above, states the benefits for Portugal location only, to be based on a fully remote work model on B2B contract.

As the role is open to multiple locations though the benefits list will differ depending on your location.

🚀 Hiring Process

1️⃣ Initial Interview
A 30-40 minute conversation with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss your experience, career goals, and expectations.

2️⃣ Technical Assignment
A take-home test designed to showcase your skills. You’ll have up to 5 days to complete it in a single attempt (estimated time: 90-180 minutes).

3️⃣ Technical Review & Live Coding
Our technical experts will review your assignment and invite you for a live coding challenge to assess your problem-solving and coding abilities (60-90 minutes).

4️⃣ Final Behavioral Interview
A 45-60 minute discussion focused on team fit and collaboration with our Product Lead and CTO. This is your chance to dive deeper into our culture and align on expectations.