At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and ship serverless services for a cutting-edge fintech platform.
- Company: Join xpate, a global leader in money management solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, remote work, and top-notch Apple gear.
- Other info: Dynamic culture with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the fintech space with innovative technology.
- Qualifications: Strong backend experience in TypeScript/Node.js and AWS production knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
We’re hiring a hands-on Backend Developer to build and ship production serverless services for a fintech platform.
Languages: TypeScript, Node.js (18–22)
AWS: Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, SQS, EventBridge, Step Functions
Frameworks / middleware: Serverless Framework, Middy
Libraries: Zod (schemas/validation), Winston (logging), AWS X‑Ray (tracing), Luxon (dates)
Tooling: ESLint, Prettier, Terraform, GitHub Actions
Your role at xpate:
- Build and evolve Lambda-first microservices that handle real money flows and integrations.
- Design REST APIs with type-safe schemas (Zod) and contracts that don’t rot.
- Model data in DynamoDB (access patterns first) and use PostgreSQL when relational fits better.
- Ship event-driven workflows with SQS/EventBridge/Step Functions: retries, idempotency, dead-letters, backpressure.
- Ensure observability: structured logging (Winston), distributed tracing (AWS X‑Ray), actionable metrics.
- Write tests that protect releases (Mocha/Sinon), keep quality bars high, and reduce regressions.
We’re ready to meet you, if…
- You have strong hands-on backend engineering experience in TypeScript / Node.js.
- You have real AWS production experience — not “used Lambda once”, but built, operated, debugged, and fixed systems in production.
- You have the ability to ship fast without trashing quality: clean code, predictable delivery, and solid engineering fundamentals.
- You use AI tools daily to accelerate output (coding, debugging, analysis) and improve outcomes.
- You have English at B2+ level (the team is English-speaking).
What working at xpate looks like:
- A competitive salary (depending on what you bring).
- Everything you need to succeed, with flexibility built in — from flexible hours and hybrid/remote work options to private health insurance and paid time off.
- Top-of-the-line Apple gear to fuel your work.
- A workspace designed for focus and collaboration.
- Ownership of your work end-to-end, with the freedom to move fast and make a real impact.
- Celebrated wins, opportunities to grow and a culture where voices are heard and chances to grow are ever-present.
We're building the financial backbone of the future, where payments move freely and businesses thrive without barriers. If you want real impact, freedom to innovate, and work that drives change - xpate is the place for you.
About us
xpate’s story: xpate is an all-in-one money management platform built for businesses, fintechs, and regulated industries. Born in Riga and now spreading around the globe, xpate helps digital businesses pay, get paid, and keep money flowing seamlessly and securely across borders, industries, and technologies.
Senior Backend Developer employer: xpate
xpate is an excellent employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering flexible working hours and private health insurance to ensure a healthy work-life balance. The vibrant work culture fosters proactive communication and collaboration, making it an ideal environment for those looking to thrive in customer support roles while enjoying additional personal days off. Located in a dynamic industry, xpate provides unique opportunities for career advancement and skill development.
