Staff Engineer (Java)

Staff Engineer (Java) | Fintech Startup | €100-130k | Berlin | Hybrid

Join a fast‑growing fintech startup in Berlin shaping the future of financial services. Work in a collaborative team building secure, scalable platforms.

Role Overview

Lead the design and development of the core platform while guiding a team of engineers. Drive architecture decisions and ensure high-performance, cloud‑native solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a software development team
• Architect and build scalable cloud platforms on AWS
• Develop backend services using Java, Docker, and Kubernetes
• Define technical strategy and ensure platform reliability and performance

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in platform engineering and cloud architecture
• Expert in Java, AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes
• Experience leading agile development teams
• Strong problem‑solving and architectural decision‑making skills

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (€100‑130k) and equity options
• Hands‑on role in a fast‑growing fintech startup
• Onsite 3 days/week with flexible arrangements
• Opportunity to shape core platform architecture and technology strategy