Lead Software Engineer, Backend (Python/Django), BLING, ES

Are you a Python/Django wizard who thrives in a hands-on environment but also enjoys helping others grow ? Do you love building robust, scalable backend systems, from architecture to production, and mentoring others to do the same? If so, read on.

BLING is a mission-driven, user-first, and VC-backed fintech company growing extremely fast. We launched our new product in 2024 and already have 150k+ accounts on which we’ve processed more than 300 million euros.We're now looking for an experienced Lead Backend Engineer to lead our backend efforts — someone ambitious to grow, who codes daily, leads by example, and helps scale both tech and people.

Tasks

🔧 What You’ll Do

• Be 100% hands-on: Build, maintain, and scale backend systems in Python/Django .
• Design architecture: Own backend architecture decisions, collaborating closely with our infra and security teams.
• Manage infrastructure: Work comfortably with AWS , especially RDS, ECS, and Kafka/MSK.
• Lead & mentor: Guide a growing team of backend engineers through mentorship, technical leadership, and hiring.
• Own your scope: Take full responsibility for projects — from design to deployment — with autonomy and accountability.

🧰 Our Stack

• Languages & Frameworks: Python, Django, DRF
• Infra & Tools: AWS, Docker, Kafka, PostgreSQL, Redis, MongoDB
• Architecture: Microservices + event-driven systems

Requirements

✅ What We’re Looking For

• You’ve been the go-to backend expert for 8+ years , leading projects, owning architecture, and shipping code in scale-up environments
• Proven experience as Lead / Staff / Principal level
• Deep expertise in Python and Django — you’ve built and shipped impactful products
• Comfortable with AWS and containerized infrastructure
• Experience in team leadership — you’ve mentored others and led by example
• Ownership mindset, proactive attitude, and strong problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills in English
• Bonus: experience or interest in AI development platforms like Cursor

Benefits

🎁 What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance + meal allowance
• Hybrid working model (2 remote days per week)
• Autonomy, trust, and a mission that matters — helping people overcome financial stress with transparency and empathy
• A collaborative and driven team that’s low-ego, high-talent, and focused on impact

Let’s build something meaningful together. Apply now— we’d love to meet you!