Senior Backend Engineer, Wise
Payin Platform
£85-105k
+ RSUs
1-5 days a week in office
Money without borders
Posted today
Money without borders
1001+ employees
Posted today
£85-105k
+ RSUs
1-5 days a week in office
1001+ employees
Company mission
We’re on a mission. And it’s money without borders. Instant, convenient, transparent and — eventually — free.
Role
Who you are
- We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join our Payin Platform team in London, United Kingdom
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in backend development, with a focus on building scalable and reliable systems
- Strong proficiency in backend programming languages such as Java, Python, or Go
- Extensive experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture
- In-depth knowledge of database systems, including both SQL and NoSQL databases
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their associated services
- Expertise in designing and implementing RESTful APIs
- Experience with version control systems, preferably Git
- Strong understanding of payment systems and financial transactions
- Knowledge of security best practices for handling sensitive financial data
- Familiarity with payment industry regulations and compliance requirements
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Experience with agile development methodologies
- Relevant certifications in cloud platforms or payment systems are a plus
What the job involves
- In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the core backend systems that power our cutting-edge payment platform
- You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable, and secure solutions that meet the evolving needs of our global customer base
- Design and implement high-performance, scalable backend services for our payment platform
- Collaborate with product managers and frontend engineers to define and implement new features
- Optimize existing systems for improved efficiency, reliability, and performance
- Develop and maintain RESTful APIs for integration with internal and external systems
- Implement security measures to protect sensitive financial data and ensure compliance with industry regulations
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to the team's technical decision-making process
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the team's knowledge sharing initiatives
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends in backend development and payment systems
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Wise started when the two founders realised they would be better off trading Estonian kroons for British pounds (and vice versa) between themselves rather than going through banks. That was back in 2011, and they've since grown Wise into one of Europe's most successful tech businesses, exchanging billions of currency every month.
Wise rapidly grew by solving a significant problem for customers, who lost too much money to banks when exchanging currency. They've attracted investment from some of the best investors in the world, from Andreesen Horowitz to Index Ventures and even Richard Branson.
The challenge for Wise will be maintaining their edge and brand power in a market that's becoming increasingly crowded with new entrants (like Revolut and Monzo) and incumbents (traditional banks) trying to catch up. To do so, the company is ramping up its digital and marketing strategies, as well as pushing for further development of its existing products.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
38% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Employee endorsements
Flexible working
"I'm trusted to do my work regardless of whether I'm in the office or working from my spare room. Our mobile wiser scheme gives us the opportunity to..."
Funding (last 2 of 7 rounds)
Nov 2017
$280m
SERIES E
May 2016
$26.9m
SERIES D
Total funding: $397.3m
Company benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Health and Wellbeing Discounts
- 25 days holiday (excl. bank holidays) + 3 Me Days
- RSUs (Restricted Stock Units)
- 6 Week Paid Sabbatical
- Mobile Wiser - work remote for up to 90 days a year 🛫
- Parental Leave
- Pension and Retirement Plans
- Plus Many More!
Company values
- This isn’t just a job, we’re a revolution
- We get it done
- Customers > team > ego
- No drama. Good karma.
Company HQ
London, UK
Articles
Leadership
Taavet Hinrikus
(Chairman)Previously Director of Strategy for Skype.
Kristo Käärmann
(CEO)Previously a Consultant at PwC and Manager at Deloitte.
People progressing
Joined as Banking Lead, promoted to Head of Banking after 2 years, then again to Global Head of Banking.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Wise
- Communities and safe spaces (Employee Resource Groups) – led by our Wisers so people can share experiences and information, support each other and connect on shared values
- Wise Cultural Calendar – a programme to learn and celebrate the wide range of cultures, traditions, backgrounds, and global experiences we have here at Wise. Example programmes include Pride Summer and Black History Month
- Our teams continue to set and drive their own bespoke objectives, holding themselves accountable and making sure they focus efforts where they can have the most impact
- We’re excited to partner with InChorus to collect ongoing data on our culture and enable teams to track their progress
- DEI development and training — We’re building our capability and getting everyone on the same page about DEI. Our new training programme will help new joiners and all Wisers know what DEI looks like day-to-day and how they can play their part
- Global policy review — We’re working with an external advisor to provide detailed feedback on best practices in policies by end January
- Disability inclusion – We’re building resources and support for Wisers and candidates with disabilities. Our goals is to offer practical information and support to ensure that Wise remains an inclusive environment for those impacted by a disability
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