Staff Backend Engineer - Python (8-13 yrs)

Job Description :

Responsibilities :

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, engineering, finance) to understand payment processing requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

- Design and architect secure, scalable, and reliable payment systems that meet industry standards and compliance regulations.

- Integrate with various payment gateways, processors, and alternative payment methods to ensure seamless transactions.

- Develop and implement robust payment functionalities, including authorization, capture, settlement, and reconciliation processes.

- Implement robust security measures to safeguard sensitive payment data and prevent fraud.

- Monitor and analyze payment system performance, identifying bottlenecks and optimizing for efficiency and scalability.

- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in payment technologies (e.g., tokenization, open banking).

- Lead technical discussions with payment partners and vendors, ensuring smooth integration and collaboration.

- Document payment system architecture, design decisions, and operational procedures for future reference.

Requirements :

- A strong technical background in software engineering and architecture, with experience in modern programming languages.

- Ability to work independently with very little direction, taking full ownership of projects.

- Identifying blind spots, anticipating challenges, and prioritizing work effectively.

- Exceptional communication and organizational skills.

- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

- 8+ years of relevant experience preferred.

- Proficiency using Python, Kafka, Kubernetes, and AWS.

- Experience with Distributed Task Queues such as Celery and RabbitMQ is preferred.

- Experience with RDBMS/SQL is also preferred.