Principal Backend Engineer, Payments Platform - Remote

Overview

The Principal Backend Engineer will lead the design, development, and evolution of a global payments platform, shaping the technical vision and architecture that supports millions of businesses moving money securely and efficiently.

In Short

• Define and drive the long-term architecture and technical strategy for the payments platform.
• Architect, design, and implement highly scalable, reliable, and performant systems.
• Evaluate existing systems for reuse, evolution, or redesign.
• Contribute hands-on to production code and guide operational excellence practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive solutions.
• Promote observability, reliability, and performance standards.
• Mentor Staff and Senior engineers.
• Foster a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Drive scalable, reliable, and resilient systems.
• Influence cross-organizational initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven experience in backend engineering.
• Strong understanding of payments systems and fintech challenges.
• Experience in architecting scalable solutions.
• Excellent collaboration skills.
• Ability to mentor and lead engineering teams.
• Hands-on experience with production code.
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate vision into actionable initiatives.
• Experience with observability and performance standards.

Benefits

• Hybrid or remote-first work environment.
• Opportunities to innovate.
• Chance to tackle complex fintech challenges.
• Direct impact on the organization’s growth.
• Collaborative work culture.
• Mentorship opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working hours.
• Supportive team environment.