Senior Software Engineer at Nium

Malta

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Fintech, PaymentsIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of experience in designing and building robust, scalable software systems
Strong passion for engineering and a pragmatic approach to high-quality delivery
Up to date with current development trends, technologies, and best practices
Solid understanding of modern software engineering methodologies and delivery processes
Deep expertise in Java and frameworks like Spring and Spring Boot
Strong SQL and relational database design skills, including performance tuning and query optimization
Proficient in designing and consuming RESTful APIs
Familiarity with OpenAPI for API documentation
Comfortable working with modern frontend frameworks such as Angular and React

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the company's software platforms, business logic, infrastructure, and delivery processes (Platform & Business Acumen)
Lead the design and planning of technical and product initiatives (Technical Leadership)
Make informed engineering decisions aligned with business objectives (Technical Leadership)
Act as a subject matter expert and set the benchmark for code quality and best practices (Technical Leadership)
Collaborate within a cross-functional team to deliver high-quality software solutions (Team Contribution & Delivery)
Take ownership of the team’s output, ensuring adherence to quality and process standards (Team Contribution & Delivery)
Mentor engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and project leadership (Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing)
Contribute to team development through training sessions, technical talks, and informal mentoring (Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing)
Identify technical challenges and lead the development of effective solutions (Problem Solving & Process Improvement)
Enhance team collaboration by identifying skill gaps or inefficiencies and recommending actionable improvements (Problem Solving & Process Improvement)
Clearly communicate technical decisions, standards, and processes (Communication & Alignment)
Foster a culture of transparency, open communication, and shared ownership (Communication & Alignment)
Support recruitment efforts by participating in hiring processes and providing feedback on candidate competencies (Talent Development)

Skills

Platform Engineering

Scalable Systems

Payments Processing

Code Quality

Mentoring

Engineering Best Practices

Nium

Global platform for real-time payments

About Nium

Nium provides real-time payment solutions that enable businesses to send and receive funds instantly, manage foreign exchange transactions, and prevent fraud. Its platform, powered by a proprietary API, allows banks, fintech companies, and money service businesses to integrate services for efficient cross-border money movement. Nium stands out by offering competitive foreign exchange rates and solutions for corporate purchasing and travel payments. The company's goal is to streamline financial transactions for businesses globally while charging fees for its services.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$305.4MTotal Funding

SERIES_ECompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Hybrid Work Options

Paid Vacation

Performance Bonus

Stock Options

Professional Development Budget

Mental Health Support

Risks

Increased competition from Loop and EQ Bank's multi-currency Global Visa Card.

Regulatory challenges in diverse African markets could impact partnership with Ecobank.

Technological integration issues may arise with Partior's blockchain-based payment system.

Differentiation

Nium offers real-time cross-border payments, enhancing speed and efficiency for businesses.

The company provides a proprietary API for seamless integration into existing business systems.

Nium's platform supports multiple payment schemes, including Visa, Mastercard, and Diners Club.

Upsides

Partnership with Ecobank expands Nium's reach to 35 African markets, boosting market presence.

Collaboration with Partior enhances transaction transparency and speed via blockchain technology.

Launch of Diners Club International Card increases flexibility for travel industry customers.

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