Senior Software Engineer - Backend Engineer - Financial Integrity in London

Senior Software Engineer - Backend Engineer - Financial Integrity in London

London Full-Time 59400 - 72600 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Wise

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join us in building smart fraud detection systems for secure money transfers.
  • Company: Wise, a global tech company revolutionising how we manage money.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Be part of an inclusive team that values respect and empowerment.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on financial integrity while working with cutting-edge technology.
  • Qualifications: 5+ years in backend development with strong skills in Java, Python, or Go.

The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 £ per year.

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money.

As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money.

Receive Risk

The Receive Risk team is part of the Global Product tribe, dedicated to ensuring customers can receive money quickly and securely.

We build smart fraud detection and prevention systems to stop scammers and fraudsters from exploiting Wise or deceiving our customers.

Supporting our full suite of receive products—including local and global account details, payment links, and invoices—we work closely with our financial crime teams to strike the perfect balance: seamless experiences for legitimate users, strong barriers against bad actors.

Our team is focused on building a great Acquiring experience for our business customers.

To achieve this, we prioritise projects using a mix of data and intuition, focus on good execution and learn from our mistakes.

We're looking for a Backend Engineer to accelerate feature development for the Acquiring product.

You'll quickly understand Wise’s existing feature development pipeline, deliver numerous new features to reduce risk in both current and upcoming products, and collaborate with Data Engineers to enhance our feature development systems and processes.

Strong proficiency in backend programming languages like Java, Python or Go.

~5+ years of experience in backend development, with a focus on building scalable and reliable systems.

~ In-depth knowledge of database systems, including both SQL and No SQL databases.

~ Experience in designing and implementing asynchronous systems, with a focus on scalability and performance.

~ Proven experience in managing relationships with various stakeholders, ensuring alignment and understanding of project goals and requirements.

Experience with batch and stream processing technologies, enabling efficient handling of large volumes of data in real-time and batch modes.

Knowledge of designing and implementing robust data pipelines, ensuring reliable data flow and integration across systems.

Experience with tools and frameworks for data orchestration and transformation is a plus.

Good understanding of payment systems and financial transactions.

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We're people building money without borders — without judgement or prejudice, too.

Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

Senior Software Engineer - Backend Engineer - Financial Integrity in London employer: Wise

Wise is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration, team members are encouraged to develop their skills while contributing to meaningful resilience strategies on a global scale. Located in a vibrant city, Wise offers competitive benefits and unique opportunities for career advancement, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding and impactful career.

Wise

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Wise Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Software Engineer - Backend Engineer - Financial Integrity in London

Backend Programming Languages (Java, Python, Go)
Backend Development
Scalable Systems Design
Reliable Systems Development
Database Systems (SQL and NoSQL)
Asynchronous Systems Design
Stakeholder Management