Senior Backend Developer

Rapyd has unified payments, payouts and fintech on one worldwide platform, and we’re assembling the world’s best team to liberate global commerce. With offices in Tel Aviv, Amsterdam, Singapore, Iceland, London, Dubai, Hong Kong, and the U.S., the opportunities at Rapyd are limitless.

We believe in straight talk, quick decisions, strong execution and elegant solutions. Rapyd is where hard work pays off and careers take off. Join us and let’s build the future of fintech together.

We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Senior Backend Developer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and secure cloud-based solutions in the Fintech sector, with a particular focus on Compliance and Risk management products.

You will be working with cutting-edge technologies, including Python and Node.js, to build innovative, low-latency, and highly available systems that support the core of our business. You will play a key role in shaping the architecture of our solutions and driving technical excellence in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of robust, scalable, and secure backend systems using Python and Node.js.
• Architect and build high-scale cloud-based solutions, utilizing modern cloud platforms (AWS) to ensure reliability, scalability, and performance.
• Design and implement backend services optimized for low-latency processing, high availability, and fault tolerance in mission-critical financial applications.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level developers, guiding them in best practices and ensuring the team delivers high-quality, maintainable code.
• Develop and enhance Compliance and Risk management products tailored for the Fintech sector, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Take ownership of the performance, scalability, and reliability of backend systems. Optimize code and architecture for high throughput and minimal latency.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, DevOps, and product managers, to deliver end-to-end solutions that meet business requirements.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies, frameworks, and methodologies to ensure the team is using the best tools to solve complex problems.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement in both development processes and team collaboration.

Requirements:

• At least 5+ years’ of experience as a Backend developer (experience with Python and Node.js)
• Experience with NoSQL (MongoDB)
• Experience with SQL (MySQL)
• Experience with Sanic/FastAPI/Django
• Ability to work in a multi-technology environment & learn new technologies
• Experience with cloud architecture (AWS preferred) – Advantage
• Excellent English

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