Job Description
**Job Title:** Backend Engineer (Fintech)
**Location:** Onsite, California
**Experience Required:** Minimum 5 years
**About Leoforce:**
Leoforce is the innovative company behind Ira, the AI-powered recruiting technology that revolutionizes talent discovery and engagement. We are passionate about empowering recruiters and job seekers with responsible AI that delivers unbiased, data-driven results. Our workplace is built on respect, integrity, and the freedom to innovate.
**Why Join Us?**
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional and personal advancement in a rapidly evolving industry.
- Cutting-Edge Technology: Be part of a team working on revolutionary AI solutions that redefine talent acquisition.
- Collaborative Environment: A culture that values diversity, creativity, and high performance.
- Employee Empowerment: Freedom to innovate and make a difference while being supported by a team that values respect and integrity.
**Role Overview:**
We are seeking a skilled Backend Engineer with strong fintech experience to join our team onsite in California. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in backend development, deep expertise in AWS, and a passion for building scalable, secure, and high-performance systems in the financial technology sector.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Design, develop, and maintain backend systems and APIs for fintech applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and scalable solutions.
- Implement best practices for security, reliability, and performance.
- Optimize existing systems and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
- Ensure seamless integration with AWS cloud services and infrastructure.
- Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in backend and fintech technologies.
**Required Qualifications:**
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in backend engineering, preferably within the fintech industry.
- Strong hands-on experience with AWS services and cloud architecture.
- Proficiency in backend programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js).
- Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and database technologies.
- Experience with security and compliance standards relevant to fintech.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance frameworks.
**Benefits:**
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Opportunities for career advancement and skill development.
- Work in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.