Senior Backend Engineer - Accounts

SumUp

Berlin, Germany
Not specified; not specified; benefits include 2,0...
On-site
Strong backend development experience in kotlin
Proven experience with kafka and event-driven systems
Hands-on experience with aws, docker, kubernetes
SumUp is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for its Global Accounts team in Berlin, Germany. The role involves building a unified global banking infrastructure using technologies like Kotlin, Kafka, and AWS, with an emphasis on event-driven architecture and compliance

Job Summary

  • The role involves designing and building a fully distributed, event-driven system to scale banking infrastructure across regions.
  • Candidates will work primarily in Kotlin while having opportunities to utilize Elixir and Golang within an Extreme Programming environment.
  • SumUp offers a yearly learning budget of 2,000 EUR, stock ownership enrollment, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

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SumUp is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for its Global Accounts team in Berlin, Germany. The role involves building a unified global banking infrastructure using technologies like Kotlin, Kafka, and AWS, with an emphasis on event-driven architecture and compliance.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Benefits include 2,000 EUR learning budget, stock ownership, gym access, and subsidized transport

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong backend development experience in Kotlin
  • Proven experience with Kafka and event-driven systems
  • Hands-on experience with AWS, Docker, Kubernetes
  • Experience building scalable distributed systems
  • Understanding of compliance requirements in banking

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in working with Golang or Elixir
  • Experience with AI-assisted development tools
  • Familiarity with Extreme Programming practices
  • Knowledge of multi-region banking operations
  • Commitment to clean, maintainable code

Key Requirements

  • Senior level backend engineering experience
  • Solid understanding of data modeling and API design
  • Experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL

Work Rights

Not specified

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