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Senior Backend Engineer – Python / MicroservicesLocation: Fully RemoteSalary: £90,000 – £120,000 + Equity OptionsType: Full-time, PermanentJoin a Fintech Revolution - Newly created role - As the first in this role, you’ll play a key role in defining how backend engineering evolves within a fast-scaling global fintech – with full support from leadership and autonomy to innovate.DATAHEAD has been exclusively retained by a fast-scaling global fintech that’s disrupting the banking space through automation, AI, and cloud-native engineering. Their platform is used by major financial institutions to streamline and digitize complex document processing and they’re now growing their world-class engineering team in London.This is an opportunity to take ownership of robust, scalable backend systems at a business that's solving real-world problems at a global scale.What You’ll Be DoingDesigning and building backend microservices in PythonWriting clean, robust, production-grade code using Test-Driven Development (TDD)Developing asynchronous, event-driven systems using RabbitMQWorking with MongoDB and other NoSQL databasesDeploying and maintaining services using Docker and KubernetesShipping services within a Microsoft ecosystem (Azure/OpenShift)Collaborating with engineers, product managers, and leadership to scale the platformWhat We’re Looking For5+ years’ experience in backend development, ideally in fintech or SaaS environmentsAdvanced Python skills and deep experience with microservices architectureStrong understanding of TDD, CI/CD, and production-quality standardsExperience with message queues (RabbitMQ preferred)Solid NoSQL knowledge, particularly MongoDBHands-on with Docker and container orchestration using KubernetesExposure to Microsoft-based infrastructure (Azure/OpenShift preferred)Strong communication, ownership mentality, and a drive to build from scratchWhy consider?Work on a mission-critical platform changing global financeJoin a high-calibre team backed by top-tier clientsFlexible hybrid work and equity options on the tableFlat structure and direct access to leadershipOpportunities to lead, mentor, and grow as we scalePlease apply!