Senior Backend Engineer

Tala is a mission-driven fintech company that's revolutionizing financial access for the Global Majority – serving 4 billion people overlooked by traditional financial systems. With nearly half a billion dollars in funding, Tala operates across three continents, recognized by Fortune Impact 20, CNBC's Disruptor 50, and Forbes' Fintech 50. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be crucial in building and extending Tala's backend architecture to support new country launches and a rapidly growing user base. The role focuses on developing highly available, scalable microservices using Java, Scala, or Kotlin. You'll work on critical systems that enable lending and financial services across Kenya, the Philippines, Mexico, and India, directly impacting millions of users. The position offers the opportunity to make architectural decisions, mentor junior engineers, and work with modern cloud infrastructure and containerization technologies. This remote-first role combines technical leadership with meaningful social impact, perfect for engineers passionate about financial inclusion and building robust, scalable systems.