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We're looking for a Backend Engineer to join our team at Pleo. In this role, you'll help build and scale our backend systems and be part of exciting projects as we continue to grow our product and service offerings. If you're 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.
Job Responsibility:
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
Requirements:
Experience in server-side languages, especially Kotlin
Experience with distributed systems, microservices, and cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes)
Proficiency with relational databases like PostgreSQL
Proficiency with testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Testcontainers)
Proficiency with 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
What we offer:
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
Option to purchase 5 additional days of holiday through a salary sacrifice
We use MyndUp to give our employees access to free mental health and well-being support
Access to LinkedIn Learning - acquire new skills, stay abreast of industry trends and fuel your personal and professional development continuously