SeniorSoftwareEngineer-Protection

## Accountabilities Lead the design and development of core backend services powering distributed, high-performance systems with a strong focus on reliability, scalability, and security. Own critical technical decisions across system architecture, ensuring solutions are built for long-term scale and operational excellence. Develop clean, well-tested, and maintainable code while applying modern engineering practices such as TDD and BDD where appropriate. Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, product-led environment to deliver impactful features. Conduct thorough code reviews and continuously improve engineering standards, development workflows, and system robustness. Produce clear and comprehensive technical documentation to support system understanding and team alignment. Requirements: Strong experience designing, building, and maintaining complex backend systems in distributed environments with high performance requirements. Deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, deployment, and production operations. Experience building developer-facing frameworks, APIs, or integration tools that simplify adoption for internal or external users. Proficiency in Python is a strong advantage, though adaptability across modern backend languages is expected. Solid understanding of system reliability, scalability patterns, and production-grade engineering best practices. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in remote, cross-functional teams. Prior exposure to payments systems or financial infrastructure is highly valuable, with a strong focus on merchant or developer experience. Self-driven mindset with the ability to work autonomously and take full ownership of complex technical problems. Benefits: Fully remote-first environment with global collaboration and flexibility. Competitive compensation package including equity or share-based i