Backend Engineer

About Pleo

Messy spend management is tricky business. And tedious processes are a lose-lose situation for all involved not just finance. At Pleo were changing that. We build spend solutions that make managing money seamless empowering and surprisingly effective for finance teams and employees alike - with a vision to help all businesses go beyond.

The word Pleo actually means more than youd expect and living by that mantra has been the secret to our success over the last 10 years.

Now were at a pivotal moment in our journey; every move we make has a direct impact on our 40000 customers our business and our collective success. We need people who take pride in uncovering customer needs who turn complex problems into simple solutions challenge the way things are done (respectfully) and always aim high. With great ambitions driving us forward we cant say weve got this whole thing figured out. And frankly thats half the fun! What we can say is that were a driven progressive and importantly a kind bunch of 850 people from over 100 nationalities all committed to delivering the future of business spending together.

About the role

Were looking for a Backend Engineer to join our this role youll help build and scale our backend systems and be part of exciting projects as we continue to grow our product and service offerings. If youre passionate about solving complex technical challenges and want to work in a culture that values transparency collaboration and a deep commitment to innovation then this role is for you.

What youll be doing

As a Backend Engineer you will:

• Work on initiatives to design build and maintain scalable microservices primarily using Kotlin.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions across Platform Services SMB and other domains.

• Analyze system performance and implement optimizations to ensure high reliability and scalability.

• Participate in code reviews post-mortems and provide mentorship to other engineers.

• Proactively address technical debt and guide the team through technical challenges and migrations.

What you bring

Youll thrive in this role if you have:

• Experience in server-side languages especially Kotlin and experience with distributed systems microservices and cloud environments (e.g. AWS Kubernetes).

• Proficiency with relational databases like PostgreSQL testing frameworks (e.g. JUnit Testcontainers) and observability tools like Grafana.

• Problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset to mentor and upskill your teammates.

• A proven ability to lead large projects manage ambiguity and maintain high standards for code quality and reliability.

• A passion for innovation and driving impactful solutions within a fast-paced scale-up environment.
  
  

Who youll be working with and reporting to

Youll report to our Engineering Manager and work closely with cross-functional product teams including Credit Platform Partnerships SMB and more. Our collaborative team is dedicated to building world-class solutions and youll have the opportunity to partner with other departments to drive success. While the specific team youll be working with will be decided later our hiring process remains streamlined and consistent across all roles. This allows us to evaluate your skills and potential ensuring a great fit for the team you eventually join. No matter which domain you land in you will be part of a dynamic collaborative environment where youll tackle complex challenges build reusable components and contribute to shaping the future of our product.

How youll develop in this role

In your first six months at Pleo youll:

• Lead backend initiatives to improve system performance and with teams to drive innovation in product and your expertise in Kotlin and distributed systems while mentoring other to shaping the future of our product as Pleo scales globally.

• Were committed to supporting your growth whether through taking on larger projects stepping into leadership roles or expanding your technical expertise.

Were happy to share more about our approach to pay and this range during your first call with us!

Show me the benefits

• Your own Pleo card (no more out-of-pocket spending!)

• Lunch is on us for your work days - enjoy catered meals or receive a lunch allowance based on your local office

• Comprehensive private healthcare - depending on your location coverage options include Vitality Alan or Médis

• We offer 25 days of holiday your public holidays

• For our Team we offer both hybrid and fully remote working options

• We use MyndUp to give our employees access to free mental health and well-being support with great success so far

• Access to LinkedIn Learning - acquire new skills stay abreast of industry trends and fuel your personal and professional development continuously

• Paid parental leave - we want to make sure that were supportive of families and help you feel that you dont have to compromise your family due to work

About your application

• English first. Since its our company language please submit your application in English. Youll be using it a lot if you join us.

• A fair look for everyone. Our talent team reads every single application to ensure the process is fair. To keep things running smoothly we only accept applications through our systemour support team cant pass on calls or emails.

• Diversity drives us. We can only reach our goals if our team reflects the world around us. That starts with you hitting apply even if you dont tick every single box. We encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us.

• Interview at your best. We want you to feel comfortable throughout the process. If you have any accessibility requirements or need a specific format email Well design a process that works for you.

• Your data is safe. When you apply we process your personal data as a data processor. For more information on how Pleo processes personal data read our Privacy Policy here.

• Applying for multiple roles Nothing is stopping you and we assess every role independently. However we do look for alignment so make sure you can explain why your interest and experience are right for each specific role.

• Reapplying. If youre applying for the same role again please wait six months from your last decision before hitting submit.

Required Experience:

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