Back-End Engineer (Python)

Overview The Role

You will join an extension team of our client – Funding Circle.

At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow.

With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we’ve built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that’s reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash.

We know that good business is about good people. So, we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle-free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience.

We are seeking a proactive and curious Back-End Engineer (Python) to join our Onboarding team and contribute to the development of Funding Circle’s credit application journeys.

As a key member of our engineering team, you will play a vital role in building and scaling our onboarding journeys, empowering businesses to access flexible financing solutions. Your passion for technology and your ability to solve complex problems will be instrumental in driving our mission forward.

Come and help us disrupt the financial services industry with cutting edge technology!

Responsibilities

What you'll do

Collaborating in an agile, cross-functional team working closely with the business and customer acquisition goals

Building, owning, and monitoring backend services in a microservices and event-driven architecture

Working mainly with Python, AWS Lambda, Kafka, FastAPI, and AWS, with some exposure to React and occasional Ruby

Delivering new features and services end to end, including greenfield work and building services from scratch

Supporting business-critical systems where reliability, quality, and speed all matter

Proactively identifying risks, issues, and improvements across the services the team owns

Qualifications

What we're looking for

Mid/senior level backend engineering experience, ideally with Python and FastAPI

Experience with AWS, serverless architecture, microservices, and event-driven systems

Knowledge of Kafka or similar messaging technologies

Strong programming fundamentals, clean code, testing, and CI/CD practices

Comfortable owning services in production, including monitoring, debugging, and improving reliability

Open to touching React or Ruby when needed, while remaining backend-focused

Able to build domain knowledge across multiple systems and communicate well with technical and business stakeholders

Why work with us

Great work-life balance

Competitive remuneration package

Exceptional social package & special discounts

Supplemental health & dental care

Team bonding events

Excellent office location & facilities

Relaxing & gaming areas

Free bike parking & showers

More about Pwrteams

Join our fast-growing and diverse team at Pwrteams, where we provide premium IT and engineering nearshore solutions to our global customers. Since 2007, we pursue to become the market leader in assembling cross-border IT and engineering teams for customers. Our operations are strategically positioned within Eastern Europe’s dynamic tech ecosystems, from where we cater the global business landscape.

We're at the forefront of travel, media and fintech innovation, healthcare efficiency enhancements, and others. Our goal? To connect interesting customer projects and skilled talent alike. Become a part of our team and take the next step on your personal career journey.

How to apply

If you recognize yourself in this role, please send your CV in English.

Our team would be excited to get in touch if your skillset and experience match the profile we look for.

Of course, all applications will be treated as strictly confidential.

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