Addi
Financial platform
BackendJVMSoftwareEngineer
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“Backend JVM Software Engineer at Addi. Skills: Backend JVM Software Engineer, JVM-based technologies, Java, Kotlin, Scala, Spring Boot, SQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, SQS, RabbitMQ, Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes. Designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and reliable solutions. Integrating new features”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure users can successfully make purchases through any of our journeys, using our instant payments product, or any of our lending ones; deliver the highest impact for users and stakeholders
Industry & Context.
Anticipated technical challenges and proposed effective backend solutions
Be on call occasionally
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proven software development experience, 5 years of experience in backend development, specifically with JVM-based technologies such as Java, Kotlin, or Scala, Proven track record of delivering scalable, high-performance backend systems in a production environment, Experience working in software development teams, contributing to sprints, standups, and retrospectives, Hands-on experience with backend languages (e.g., Java 11, Kotlin, Scala) and backend frameworks such as Spring Boot, Proficiency in building and database management like SQL (must), PostgreSQL and Redis, experience with automated testing, ability to design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure APIs, Proven experience with distributed system like SQS or RabbitMQ, Knowledge in Kafka for handling event-driven systems, Knowledge in containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes), Adaptability and resilience in dynamic startup - product environments, Outstanding ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment, balancing immediate results with long-term strategic planning, Deep understanding of business goals and how technical solutions align with and drive these objectives, Ability to prioritize work effectively to deliver the highest impact for users and stakeholders, Outstanding cross functional collaboration, Proven ability to collaborate effectively with product managers and designers to align technical solutions with user needs and business strategy, Demonstrates exceptional initiative, Takes responsibility for delivering impactful projects end-to-end, from conception to post-deployment support, Deliver high-quality, creative solutions at lightning speed, Anticipated technical challenges and proposed effective backend solutions, Continuously learns and applies emerging AI technologies to accelerate development, enhance technical investigation, and creatively solve problems, Shares insights about AI tools and practices with the team, encouraging thoughtful experimentation and incremental adoption to improve workflows, and helps foster a culture of innovation
Nice to Have
Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines, and deployment strategies, Proficiency in reactive programming, ideally experience in fintech or product companies
What You'll Do.
and maintaining scalable and reliable solutions
Integrating new features
Improving system performance
Enhancing the reliability of services
Taking e2e ownership and operating software
Developing new features using JVM stack
Developing unit/component/integration/automation tests
Reviewing pull requests
Deploying new features to production
Contributing to Architecture Decision Records
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with designers, engineers, and product owners; Collaborate with product managers and designers; Collaborate effectively with product managers and designers to align technical solutions with user needs and business strategy; Shares insights about AI tools and practices with the team
Process & Methodology
balancing immediate results with long-term strategic planning, prioritize work effectively
Full Job Description
ABOUT ADDI We are a leading financial platform, building the future of payments, shopping, and banking—a world where consumers and merchants can transact effortlessly, grow together and where we create abundance and generate pride in them. Today, we serve over 2 million customers and partner with more than 20,000 merchants, making Addi Colombia’s fastest-growing marketplace. We provide banking solutions (deposits, payments, unsecured credit) and commerce services (e-commerce, marketing) using state-of-the-art technology, bridging the financial gap for millions and redefining how people experience financial freedom. As the country’s leading Buy Now, Pay Later provider, we have secured regulatory approval to operate as a bank, unlocking even greater opportunities for our customers. In the past year, we have also achieved profitability, reinforcing the strength of our business model and our ability to scale sustainably. Our mission has earned the trust of world-class investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Architect Capital, GIC, Goldman Sachs, Greycroft, Monashees, Notable Capital, Quona Capital, Union Square Ventures, Victory Park Capital, and more, who back our vision for the future. With their support, we are not just growing—we are transforming Latin America’s financial ecosystem and shaping the next generation to shop, pay, and bank in Colombia. But what truly sets us apart is how we build. We are a conscious company, driven by deep experience in scaling technology, services and products, and we live by our values https://co.addi.com/trabaja-con-nosotros#:~:text=%E2%80%A2%20We%20are%20owners,dentro%20del%20equipo. every day. ABOUT THE ROLE This is where you come in. Below, you’ll find what this role is all about—the impact you’ll drive, the challenges you’ll tackle, and what it takes to thrive at Addi. If you’re ready to be part of something big, keep reading. WHAT’S THE MISSION YOU’LL DRIVE The backend software engineer will be responsible for designing, devel
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