Senior Backend Engineer

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About the Company: Our client is on the cutting edge of financial technology! They are an innovative company revolutionizing the world of investment with their groundbreaking AI tool, designed to accelerate financial due diligence for investors and advisors. Their mission is to empower their clients with rapid, accurate, and insightful financial analysis, transforming the way investment decisions are made.

About the Role: Our client is looking for a skilled Full-stack Engineer with a backend Focus and a passion to join their innovative team. This is a hybrid position, and candidates must be based in the London area. You will be key in developing and maintaining both the frontend and backend systems that power their cutting-edge platform, ensuring they are engaging, scalable, and secure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain dynamic frontend applications using Next.js, React, and TypeScript.
• Design, build, and manage backend systems using Python, FastAPI, Celery, and Redis.
• Deploy, manage, and optimize applications on AWS, ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
• Utilize Docker for containerization to streamline development and deployment processes (optional).
• Create and optimize scalable APIs to support various educational tools and services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and implement new features.
• Apply knowledge of LLMs, including embeddings, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and vector databases to enhance educational content and learning experiences.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and optimize applications for maximum performance and scalability.
• Conduct code reviews, identify and resolve issues, and perform debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Stay updated with the latest trends in technology and education to continuously improve their platforms.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative ideas for new features and improvements.
• Thoroughly document your work to ensure maintainability and facilitate knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements

What You Bring:

• Strong academic background from top universities. (Required)

• Proficiency in frontend development with Next.js, React, and TypeScript.
• Strong backend development skills with Python, FastAPI, Celery, Redis, and AWS.
• Experience with RESTful API design and implementation.
• Familiarity with Docker (optional) for containerization.
• Fundamental knowledge of LLMs, including embeddings, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and vector databases.
• Familiarity with other Python frameworks (e.g., Flask, Django) or backend languages like Node.js or Golang is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Benefits

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a forward-thinking team that is revolutionizing financial technology.
• Work on impactful projects that enhance financial analysis and decision-making for investors and advisors.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development through training, mentorship, and attending industry conferences.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture that values creativity, innovation, and diversity.
• Access to state-of-the-art tools, technologies, and resources to support your work.
• Participate in exclusive fintech events, workshops, and industry meetups.

If you're passionate about using technology to transform the financial industry and have the skills they're looking for, they'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join their team and help shape the future of financial technology!