Software Engineer - KYC & AML

Join Spendesk's KYC & AML team within the Payments Group as a Software Engineer, where you'll work on mission-critical compliance infrastructure. This role focuses on building and maintaining the regulatory compliance and risk management platform, handling customer due diligence, risk assessment, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting. As part of a regulated Financial Services Institution, you'll work with cutting-edge technologies including Node.js, TypeScript, and various AWS services to ensure compliance, security, and operational reliability.

The position offers a unique blend of technical challenges and regulatory compliance work, making it perfect for engineers interested in fintech and regulatory technology. You'll collaborate with multiple teams including Compliance, Risk & Operations, and regulatory bodies while building scalable, secure systems. The tech stack includes modern tools like Kubernetes, Kafka, and React, with a strong focus on maintaining high availability and security standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level software engineer with 3+ years of experience to work in a highly regulated environment while building critical financial infrastructure. The role combines technical expertise with business impact, offering exposure to both software development and financial compliance domains. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values code quality, testing, and knowledge sharing, while working on systems that directly impact the company's ability to operate as a financial institution.

The hybrid work environment in London provides flexibility while maintaining team collaboration. You'll have the chance to work with modern technologies, contribute to critical financial systems, and grow your expertise in both technical and regulatory domains. The role offers significant learning opportunities in fintech, compliance, and enterprise-scale software development.