At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and operate backend services in Python on AWS, tackling complex problems.
- Company: Join Taktile, a cutting-edge startup transforming decision-making in finance with AI.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, equity package, self-development budget, and a new MacBook Pro.
- Other info: Embrace a flat hierarchy and a culture that values diverse voices and ideas.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in fintech while working with top-tier professionals and innovative tech.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of software engineering experience, strong Python skills, and cloud expertise.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
About The Role
Banks and fintechs use Taktile to automate critical decisions - like credit and risk - in real time. We're a startup in the automated decisioning space - and the backend is where the hard problems live.
What You'll Do
- Build and operate backend services in Python on AWS — Lambda functions, DynamoDB, Aurora, and event‑driven pipelines that handle real production traffic.
- Tackle hard backend problems — latency, reliability, and scale are everyday concerns.
- Own your systems end‑to‑end: from architecture and implementation to deployment, monitoring, and incident response.
- Make key architectural decisions — you'll have real authority over how things are built, not just what gets built.
- Raise the bar for the team through code reviews, mentoring, and improving our development tooling and processes.
- Work directly with Product and Design to shape what we build next.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of professional software engineering experience, with a proven track record of leading complex projects in a senior capacity (2+ years).
- Deep expertise in Python and building backend systems on cloud platforms (we use AWS).
- Strong system design skills — you're comfortable making architectural trade‑offs and defending them.
- Depth in at least one of these areas: data pipelines and storage, event‑driven architectures, caching and performance, or serverless systems.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to align technical and non‑technical stakeholders on a shared vision.
- The ability to work in a hybrid model from our Berlin HQ, the London office, or the Iasi hub.
Ideal, But Not Required
- Apache Iceberg, AWS Athena, AWS Glue, or Apache Spark Streaming / real‑time data pipelines (Kinesis)
- Multi‑level caching strategies (Redis, DynamoDB, in‑memory)
- Serverless at scale (Lambda, SAM, CloudFormation)
Our Offer
- Work with colleagues that lift you up, challenge you, celebrate you and help you grow.
- Experience a truly flat hierarchy and communicate directly with founding team members.
- Learn from experienced mentors and achieve tremendous personal and professional growth.
- Receive a top‑of‑market equity and cash compensation package.
- Get access to a self‑development budget you can use to e.g. attend conferences, buy books or take classes.
- Receive a new Apple MacBook Pro, as well as meaningful home office set‑up.
Our Stance
We're eager to meet talented and driven candidates regardless of whether they tick all the boxes. We're looking for someone who will add to our culture, not just fit within it. We strongly encourage individuals from groups traditionally underestimated and underrepresented in tech to apply.
About Us
Taktile helps financial institutions make smarter, safer decisions with the power of AI. Our software gives teams the tools to automate complex decisions like who to onboard, how to underwrite, or when to flag suspicious activity with full visibility and control.
Backend Engineer - Team Atlas employer: Taktile
Taktile is an exceptional employer located in Greater London, offering a dynamic hybrid work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong emphasis on professional growth, employees are encouraged to develop their skills and advance their careers while working on cutting-edge AI projects that drive productivity across various teams. The supportive work culture and commitment to employee development make Taktile a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
