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Principal Backend Engineer

Impala Search
London
9 months ago
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About the Job


Title: Principal Backend Engineer (£110k - £150k+)


Location: London (Hybrid in UK)


Join a Trailblazing FinTech Company Empowering Small Businesses!


Since launching in 2012, my client has provided billions in funding to over100,000 businesses, establishing themselves as a top FinTech in Europe. But they are just getting started.


Their mission? To financeone million businesses. They are making this happen by combining cutting-edge technology, advanced data science, and a 5-star customer experience to deliver financing that’s relevant, accessible, and impactful.


Your Profile:


  • Versatile backend proficiency: Expertise with inPython, SQL, Bash, and Rust
  • Skills in other languages likeGo, Elixir, C++, Java, or similar are also highly valued.
  • Experience with data systems: Skilled in designing, building, and managing data systems, especially using tools likeKubernetes, Postgres, Kafka, and Snowflake.
  • Proven leadership in technical transformations: A track record of successfully leading large-scale projects, such as:
  • Migrating from monolith to microservices (or vice versa)
  • Modernising and enhancing system architecture


Key Responsibilities:


Drive Strategic Tech Innovations:

  • Take the lead on high-impact projects that elevate our systems, platforms, and infrastructure—fueling innovation, boosting efficiency, and powering growth across the company.


Revolutionise the Modelling Platform:

  • Spearhead improvements to create a seamless platform where teams can easily define, discover, and manage model features.
  • Enhance data transformation and visualisation tools, making data insights intuitive and actionable.


Supercharge Our Data Warehouse:

  • Transform our data warehouse into a dynamic resource, empowering teams with fast, easy access to vital data and insights.


Transform Our Python Codebase:

  • Lead initiatives to boost code reliability, security, and maintainability—such as implementing static typing to make our Python codebase rock-solid.


Turbocharge Deployment Speed:

  • Work with our backend team to speed up deployments for our Django monolith, possibly by breaking it into efficient microservices or implementing cutting-edge strategies to streamline processes.


Future-Proof Infrastructure:

  • Proactively identify and eliminate system bottlenecks, fortifying our technology stack to ensure it’s scalable, secure, and ready for the future.


Champion Emerging Technologies:

  • Stay at the forefront of tech trends, researching and recommending new tools that give us a competitive edge and elevate operations across the business.


Why Join:


If you're excited about working with state-of-the-art technology, thriving in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, and contributing to the success of countless businesses, we would love to connect you with our client.


Are you keen to shape the future of FinTech while growing your career with a company that values innovation and excellence?


Apply today and be part of their mission to empower one million businesses!

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