At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop scalable backend applications using Python and optimise complex SQL queries.
- Company: Rapidly growing fintech business with a high-performing engineering team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, benefits, and hybrid work model.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor others and drive technical improvements in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make an impact on critical financial systems across the UK and Europe.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in software engineering with strong Python and SQL skills.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
I’m currently working with an exciting and rapidly growing fintech business looking to hire a Senior Software Engineer to join their high‑performing engineering team. This is an opportunity to work on business‑critical platforms that process large volumes of financial data and transactions, helping to build scalable, secure, and highly available systems used by customers across the UK and Europe.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Designing and developing scalable backend applications using Python
- Building and optimising complex SQL queries and database solutions
- Working within Linux‑based production environments
- Developing and maintaining APIs and distributed systems
- Collaborating with product, engineering, and infrastructure teams
- Driving technical improvements and contributing to architectural decisions
- Mentoring engineers and promoting best engineering practices
What we’re looking for
- Strong commercial experience with Python
- 5+ years as a software engineer
- Advanced SQL skills and experience working with large datasets
- Solid Linux systems knowledge
- Previous experience within fintech, banking, payments, trading, lending, or financial services
- Experience building scalable production systems
- Strong understanding of software engineering best practices
- Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills
Senior Software Engineer (Hybrid in London) employer: Signify Technology
Join a dynamic fintech company in London that champions innovation and collaboration, offering a hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor fellow engineers while working on cutting-edge technology that impacts customers across the UK and Europe. Enjoy competitive salaries, bonuses, and a supportive culture that values your contributions and encourages professional development.
