Senior Backend Engineer

Archer — Ireland · Posted ~1 day ago

Senior Full-time

Skills

Backend engineering AWS Scalable services API-driven architecture Data-intensive applications System architecture Technical ownership APIs

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A senior backend engineering opportunity within a growing financial technology organization, focused on building a new platform from the ground up. You will design scalable services and API-driven systems, work with data-intensive applications, influence architecture, and take ownership of critical backend components in a modern cloud environment.

Highlights

Greenfield engineering environment with significant technical ownership, an AWS-first technology stack, opportunities to shape architecture and technical direction, and strong career progression prospects.

Description

Senior Backend Engineer - Greenfield project! Greenfield engineering environment with significant technical ownershipAWS-first technology stackHigh-growth fintech organisation with strong progression opportunities An exciting opportunity for a Senior Backend Engineer to join a growing financial services company as they build a brand-new platform. This role offers the chance to shape architecture, influence technical direction, and make a lasting impact from the earliest stages of development. Working alongside senior engineers and key stakeholders, you will design and develop the backend systems that power the platform. Operating within a modern AWS environment, you'll focus on scalable services, API-driven architectures, and data-intensive applications. This position is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, contributing to architectural decisions, and taking ownership of critical backend systems. As the team expands, there is a clear pathway into a future Backend Team Lead role. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using PythonBuild and manage data workflows using AirflowDevelop, deploy, and scale cloud-native applications on AWSContribute to architecture and technical decision-making across the platformSupport CI/CD initiatives and engineering best practices Requirements 7+ years of software engineering experience with a strong backend focusDeep hands-on experience with PythonProven experience building and operating production systems on AWSStrong understanding of scalable backend architectures and API design Salary & Benefits Competitive Base Salary DOE + 12% annual bonus + pension contribution + Health insurance For a confidential discussion, contact Olga Torres on +353 1 649 8519 or send your CV to olga.torres@archer.ie.