Senior Backend Engineer

payabl. empowers businesses to grow through payments innovation and banking services. Our ambition is to expand our strong portfolio of global financial services we provide to businesses and make them all available in one place on our platform we call As a licensed financial company with principal membership with card schemes, we specialize in global payments and providing businesses with multi-currency accounts.

The role is about:

As part of the Core Banking Team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the services that form the backbone of our Banking Product. The Core Banking Team's mission is to build modern, scalable, and reliable solutions that directly impact our customers and business operations.

You'll work in a customer-centric, fast-moving environment where new technologies are constantly explored. The team values simplicity, cost-awareness, and lean implementations that deliver real value. Collaboration, continuous learning, and problem-solving are at the core of this role.

• Location: Hybrid – Cyprus / Remote EU
• Reporting to: Technical Team Lead

What you will do:   

• Work closely with the Team Lead to identify key architectural drivers and non-functional requirements for a core customer-facing product.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, business analysts, and other developers to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.
• Select and apply the most suitable frameworks and tools for the designed architecture.
• Write readable, testable, and efficient code that adds value to the team and the overall platform.
• Maintain and develop a strong engineering culture focused on quality, learning, and innovation.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers to ensure best practices are followed.

What we need:

• At least 5 years of experience developing high-load, scalable applications.
• Understanding of distributed systems and system integrations.
• Strong knowledge of architecture and design patterns.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred).
• Experience with Python and FastAPI or Flask and the ability to design and implement REST APIs.
• Experience with testing best practices and frameworks such as pytest.
• Excellent English communication and collaboration skills able to work cross-functionally and mentor others.
• A customer-centric, empathetic mindset with excellent listening skills.
• The ability to focus on what matters most is delivering simple, effective solutions quickly.

The perks of being a

• Drive in Style: Enjoy the added perk of a company car, provided upon completing one year of employment—subject to performance and availability.
• Future-Proof Your Finances: Jump on board, and after your probation period, we'll kickstart your Provident Fund.
• Grow Without Limits: Our environment is all about nurturing your talents and fueling your ambition with endless opportunities for professional development.
• Speak Like a Local: Greek language classes, offered twice a week for all team members.
• Shop and Save: Get exclusive access to a discount card at various local businesses.
• Multicultural Workplace: Thrive in a company 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.
• Max Out Your Downtime: With 25 days off plus public holidays, and an extra 10 days for when you're under the weather, we make sure you have ample time to relax, recharge, and return brighter.
• Support for Your Educational Aspirations: We're here to support your educational pursuits because we believe in investing in your growth. 
• Wolt Your Way Through Lunch: Enjoy a Wolt lunch allowance of €150 per month.

Please note: As this role is open to multiple locations, the benefits and employment conditions may vary depending on your location. A full overview of applicable benefits and conditions will be discussed during your first interview with our Talent Acquisition team. 

Hiring Process:

• Step1: Initial Interview: A 30-40 mins online google interview with a Talent Acquisition Partner to explore your experience and career goals.
• Step 2: Live Technical Assessment Interview: A live coding challenge with our team lead and designated field technical experts to assess your technical skills, the interview time will be from minutes.
• Step 3: Final Behavioral Interview – A 30-45 minute discussion with our CTO, Team Lead and Senior Talent Acquisition Partner. This is your chance to dive deeper into our culture and align on expectations.

Ready to Join Us?
Let's embark on a journey to redefine the landscape of payments together. We're not just offering a role; we're inviting you to be a part of something bigger. Join our team, and let's innovate, disrupt, and lead the future of payments. Together, we can make an impact that resonates. Welcome to the team 

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