Lead Backend Engineer - Fintech Banking Core, Remote Hybrid 5+

By Michael Thornton

April 30, 2025 at 03:18 PM

Backend engineering leadership requires both technical depth and people skills to drive successful software development. This role focuses on building scalable banking infrastructure while mentoring development teams.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Lead backend product development within a global customer experience team
  • Design and implement cloud-based architectures using Java/Kotlin
  • Mentor backend engineers and foster DevSecOps culture
  • Drive agile development practices and timely product delivery
  • Make key technical decisions to accelerate development

Required Experience:

  • 5+ years building digital products with Java/Kotlin
  • Cloud architecture and complex systems development
  • Leading development teams and technical mentoring
  • Agile methodologies (Scrum, CI/CD, DevOps)
  • Professional English communication skills

Working Model:

  • Hybrid setup with 2 office days per week
  • Remote work flexibility
  • Focus on autonomy and cutting-edge tech
  • Diverse, international team environment

Growth Benefits:

  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Personal development budget
  • Work from home allowance
  • Additional vacation days based on tenure
  • Relocation support if needed
  • Language learning and wellness programs

This role offers the chance to shape core banking infrastructure while developing leadership skills in an innovative fintech environment. The position combines technical architecture with people leadership to deliver impactful financial products at scale.

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