Finmatics is a fast-growing software as a service (SaaS) company that provides artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to thousands of businesses of all sizes. Our mission is to automate financial & accounting processes in order to eliminate unnecessary manual tasks.

As a Senior Backend Engineer (m/f/d), you will bring strong technical expertise and the ability to translate business requirements into innovative technical solutions and initiatives. As part of our engineering team, you will work on a variety of projects and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable software solutions.

Your Key Responsibilities

Software Development and Strategy:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems with a focus on cloud architectures and microservices.
• Play a role in setting technology directions and tech strategy aligned with the company’s business goals.
• Implement Clean Architecture and adhere to Clean Code principles to ensure high-quality software.
• Work with cross-functional teams to define, design, and enhance features, ensuring integration with front-end components.
• Continuously improve code quality, testing coverage, and deployment practices.
• Utilize modern tools, including LLMs and other high-productivity technologies.

Leadership:

• Mentor and coach junior colleagues in technical competencies and related skills.
• Collaborate with product managers, tech leads and designers to define and prioritize features.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the team.

Agile Processes and Delivery:

• Follow agile practices, participating actively in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Ensure timely delivery while maintaining and promoting high-quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in software software development, including at least 2 years as a senior
• Proficiency in at least one backend-related programming language, preferably Python with another one Golang being highly preferred
• Expert knowledge in backend development and good command of cloud architectures.
• Good command of developing and deploying microservices in distributed environments with a strong understanding of DevOps principles and processes.
• Practical experience and good knowledge of Event-Driven Architectures and Systems
• Proven experience with NoSQL and RDBMS databases.
• Good understanding of modern data science principles and tools.

Nice to Have

• Experience with full-stack development.
• Proficiency in two backend-related programming languages (Python and Golang)
• Expertise in DevOps practices and tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, and Jenkins.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in coaching and developing junior team members.

What We Offer

Be part of shaping the future of financial workflows using the latest technical possibilities.

• Pleasant working atmosphere in the middle of Vienna
• Possibility to work remote
• Open and honest corporate culture
• Independent work and short decision-making paths
• Motivated, dynamic team and flat hierarchies
• Additional benefits include a subsidized lunch menu in our office (“Schrankerl”), a selection of free fruit and snacks as well as company and team events
• Flexible working hours
• Job ticket for Wiener Linien
• The minimum salary for this position is € 65.000,- overpayment possible depending on qualifications

Join us and help shape the future of backend engineering!