Backend Software Engineer

Talentbyte

Backend Engineer building scalable Python payment infrastructure for Brite, a European fintech. Developing cloud-native systems supporting real-time account-to-account payments across 27 European markets.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeRemote • 🇧🇬 BulgariaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep expertise in Python and cloud-native technologies, with a strong focus on developing scalable, transaction-intensive payment systems. Proven ability to optimize system performance and collaborate effectively within engineering teams.

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Python DevelopmentAWSDistributed ArchitecturesScalable SystemsTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentTransaction-Intensive SystemsProblem-SolvingPerformance OptimizationEncryption Techniques

Soft Skills

CollaborationSecurity-Conscious Mindset

Tools & Technologies

FastAPITerraformGCP Cloud RunPubSubDatastoreCloud SchedulerBigQuery

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Fintech ProductsPayment InfrastructureOpen BankingPSD2Financial IntegrationsReal-Time Payment Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureBigQueryCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain backend software using Python and cloud-native technologies
Build and work with distributed architectures and service-oriented systems
Develop scalable, transaction-intensive payment systems
Work with Brite’s fintech products, payment infrastructure, and product stack
Optimize system performance at scale
Contribute to solutions and the engineering work framework
Collaborate with engineering teams and top industry talent
Participate in the hiring process, including a team case or live-coding discussion

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of hands-on experience in software development
Deep expertise in Python
Solid background in AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure
Strong understanding of distributed architectures and service-oriented systems
Degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Experience with highly scalable, transaction-intensive systems
Strong problem-solving skills
Passion for optimizing performance at scale
Security-conscious mindset
Familiarity with encryption techniques and security best practices
Tech stack experience with Python, FastAPI, Terraform, GCP Cloud Run, PubSub, Datastore, Cloud Scheduler, and BigQuery
Meritorious: team leadership experience
Meritorious: experience with Open Banking, PSD2, and financial integrations
Meritorious: background in real-time payment solutions

Benefits

Comp & perks

An optimistic, caring, and inclusive culture where you can be yourself
Dynamic, fast-paced, and innovative environment
Annual well-being and professional development allowance
20 paid vacation days
Paid sick leave
Freedom from working time reports or trackers
Fully remote work from anywhere in the EU
Collaboration with top talent in the industry
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge fintech technology
Opportunity to make an impact on the product stack, solutions, and work framework
Company-provided equipment
No tracking tools
Chance to fly to HQ