Senior Backend Engineer

9fin delivers fast and comprehensive financial, credit, legal & ESG analysis for debt capital markets using proprietary technology.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Senior Backend Engineer

9fin is revolutionizing the debt capital markets through advanced technology and data analysis. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll join a company that's transforming how financial institutions handle debt-related information. The role involves leading system design, mentoring team members, and building crucial backend services using Python, FastAPI, and PostgreSQL. You'll work in a hybrid environment with a strong focus on cross-functional collaboration.

The position offers significant technical challenges, from complex financial data modeling to implementing ML/AI prediction services. You'll be working with modern tools and practices, including AWS serverless architecture, Docker, and automated preview environments. The company's client base includes top Investment Banks, Asset Managers, and Law Firms.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer who wants to make a real impact in fintech. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, offering the chance to work on meaningful projects that are changing how the world's largest asset class operates. The company provides comprehensive benefits, including equity options, competitive salary, and strong support for professional growth.

The culture emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and work-life balance, with flexible working arrangements and generous time-off policies. 9fin is committed to building diverse teams and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Last updated 11 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Backend Engineer

  • Lead projects by defining and designing systems, building proof of concepts, and delivering new service functionality
  • Development and engineering on backend services and web application hosted tools
  • Run code reviews and mentor other developers
  • Provide input for new features and products
  • Improve the codebase through automation, refactoring and documentation
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including financial, legal and editorial colleagues

Requirements For Senior Backend Engineer

Python
PostgreSQL
  • Experience operating as a Senior IC Engineer
  • Ability to plan and reason about software effectively
  • Hands-on experience designing data flow through software
  • Experience with Python and its web frameworks
  • Strong experience delivering APIs, Service Oriented Architecture
  • Good working knowledge of SQL statements
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills

Benefits For Senior Backend Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
Parental Leave
Education Budget
  • Competitive salary (75-90th% of market)
  • Equity options
  • Pension with company matching up to 7%
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Income Protection
  • Group Life Assurance
  • Season Ticket Loan & Cycle to Work schemes
  • 25 holiday days per year
  • Hybrid working model
  • Work abroad for up to 3 months a year
  • 1 month paid sabbatical after 5 years
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Professional learning budget of £1250
  • Quarterly team socials
  • Summer and Winter company social events

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