Backend Engineer

Hello! We're Teya. Teya is a payment and software service provider, headquartered in London serving small, local businesses across Europe. Founded in 2019, we build easy to use, integrated tools that enable our members to accept payments and boost business performance. At Teya we believe small, local businesses are the lifeblood of our communities. We’re here because we don’t believe there’s a level playing field that gives small businesses with a fighting chance against the giants of the high street. We’re here because we see banks and legacy service providers making things harder for them. We don’t think the best technology or the best service should be reserved for those with the biggest headquarters. We’re here to fight for a future where small, local businesses can thrive, and to commit the same dedication they offer all of us. Become a part of our story. We’re looking for exceptional talent to join our mission. We offer a chance to create impact in a high-energy and connected culture, while benefiting from continuous learning opportunities, a supportive community which is proud to serve our mission, and comprehensive benefits.

Your Mission

As a Software Engineer at Teya, you will play an important role in building and improving the technology that empowers small and medium-sized businesses across Europe. You will work alongside experienced engineers on diverse, cross-functional teams, contributing to the design, development, and maintenance of core components of our systems. Your work will involve various aspects of our business, from payments processing and core banking to merchant lifecycle management and internal operations, and you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow while directly contributing to our merchants' success.

Responsibilities

• Develop, and maintain clean, efficient, and well-tested code to support business needs, focusing on reliability and performance.
• Take ownership of features and small projects throughout the development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and deployment, under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including product, design, and operations) to understand requirements and contribute technical insights.
• Contribute to building tools and integrating systems to enhance operational efficiency and product effectiveness.
• Participate in code reviews, giving and receiving constructive feedback to improve code quality.
• Learn and apply new technologies and best practices in software development, with support from senior team members.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to our systems.
• Contribute to process improvements within the team, focusing on code quality, testing, and efficient development workflows.
• Document your work and technical decisions clearly for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional software development experience, with a good understanding of backend systems and software design principles.
• Proficiency in at least one of the following languages: Java or Kotlin. Experience with multiple languages is a plus.
• Familiarity with object-oriented programming (OOP) principles, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience with databases (relational and/or non-relational).
• Understanding of version control (Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills and a desire to learn and grow.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in English.

Nice to have

• Degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience in the Payments Industry, fintech, or Location and Business Recommendation Services platforms.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Kubernetes, Helm).
• Experience with current or specific frameworks, SDKs, APIs, and libraries relevant to Teya's technology stack (e.g. Laravel, Spring, Reactor).
• Familiarity with authorisation systems (e.g., RBAC, ABAC, SpiceDB).
• Experience with Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) or Test-Driven Development (TDD).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.

The Perks

• We trust you, so we offer flexible working hours, as long it suits both you and your team;
• Health Insurance;
• Physical and mental health support through our partnership with MyFitness;
• 25 days of Annual leave (+ Bank Holidays);
• Possibility to visit other Teya offices to meet colleagues in instances when travel is safe and appropriate;
• Friday lunch in the office;
• Friendly, comfortable and high-end work equipment and informal office environment;
• Hybrid work mode policy.

Teya is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or background can thrive and do their best work. We believe that a diverse team leads to better ideas, stronger outcomes, and a more supportive workplace for all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process whether for interviews, assessments, or other parts of the application—we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring that every candidate has a fair and accessible experience with us.