Python Developer Portalegre

Python Developer
Portalegre
Portalegre, Portalegre District, Portugal

Backend Engineer (Python/Django)

Remote (locations listed below) | Full time | Permanent

A fast growing fintech scale up is looking for an experienced Backend Engineer to help shape the future of its financial platform. With recent backing from top tier institutional investors and a track record of supporting thousands of businesses worldwide, the company provides fast, solutions that power B2B growth.

You’ll be joining a cross functional, globally distributed engineering team, building out core financial services and infrastructure that directly impact customer experience and business outcomes.

What you'll be doing

Building and scaling backend services using Python (Django or similar frameworks)

Designing and maintaining clean,
- structured REST APIs

Working with relational databases (ideally Postgre
SQL) and designing performant schemas

Writing clean, tested, production ready code

Collaborating closely with product, data, and design teams to ship new features

Monitoring application performance and addressing reliability or security concerns

Participating in code reviews and contributing to architectural discussions

Supporting continuous improvement across the team

What we're looking for

3+ years of backend engineering experience (multiple levels available), ideally with Python/Django

Deep knowledge of API design , microservices and scalable systems

Experience working with SQL databases and ORMs

Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS

Comfort with Git , testing frameworks (e. g. pytest), and CI/CD workflows

A strong grasp of security best practices and data protection principles

An effective communicator (fluent in English) , a collaborative team player, and someone who thrives in fast paced, dynamic environments.

Bonus points if you’ve worked in fintech or product led Saa
S businesses, but we’re open to strong engineers from all industries.

What sets you apart

You know how to prioritise and focus on the most impactful work

You bring a collaborative, humble mindset , and others enjoy working with you

You care about code quality , but you also understand business context

You believe in sharing knowledge , giving feedback, and growing together

You're thoughtful about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging – and actively contribute to an environment where everyone can thrive

What’s on offer

Remote friendly setup

Private healthcare and wellbeing support

Generous parental leave and support policies

Equity scheme

Pension plan and other country specific benefits

Locations: Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Greece, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden

Please note: You must already have the right to work in your chosen location, as visa sponsorship is not currently available for this role.