Senior FinTech Backend Engineer — Python & Payments

Methodfi; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A FinTech company is seeking a Senior Back End Engineer to lead project delivery and architect scalable solutions. Applicants should have extensive experience with Python frameworks and relational databases. The role can be hybrid or remote within the UK, offering a salary between £80,000 to £100,000. The company emphasizes a culture of learning and professional growth, with many benefits including flexible hours, medical insurance, and a generous vacation policy.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Medical insurance

Private GP service

25 days holiday plus extra

Paid sabbatical after four years

Learning and development budget

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Python web frameworks.
• Experience with relational databases focusing on data integrity.
• Managed complex projects involving multiple engineers.
• Strong foundation in a quantitative field.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Architect scalable solutions for challenges.
• Translate product requirements into technical plans.

Skills

Python web frameworks (Django / FastAPI / Flask / Starlette / Ninja)

Relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL)

Complex API integrations

Project management

Mathematics/technical foundation

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Maths or similar

Job description

A FinTech company is seeking a Senior Back End Engineer to lead project delivery and architect scalable solutions. Applicants should have extensive experience with Python frameworks and relational databases. The role can be hybrid or remote within the UK, offering a salary between £80,000 to £100,000. The company emphasizes a culture of learning and professional growth, with many benefits including flexible hours, medical insurance, and a generous vacation policy.