Staff Cloud Platform Engineer
Included HealthSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, PaymentsIndustries
Requirements
- Eight or more years of backend engineering experience, with at least two years as a Staff or Principal Engineer
- Experience from a regulated environment, with a strong preference for a background in fintech
- Deep knowledge of cloud-native architectures (AWS) and highly skilled in either .NET or Java
- Excel in API-first design, event-driven systems, service orchestration, and defining clean, clear contract boundaries
- Strategic thinker who thrives on cross-functional collaboration
- Bias for simplicity and pragmatism, driven to ship quickly without compromising on quality
- Proven track record of coaching and mentoring engineers
- Ability to define and execute a long-term technical vision
- Instinct for taking initiative and owning outcomes
- Exceptional communication skills to articulate complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences
Responsibilities
- Drive the long-term technical strategy for the Platforms pillar, ensuring solutions are built for global scale
- Coach and mentor engineering teams, providing technical leadership for complex distributed systems challenges
- Design, build, and evolve core platform and marketplace capabilities with focus on robustness and extensibility
- Lead critical technical discussions and architectural decisions
- Partner with Product Managers, Designers, Backend and Frontend Engineers, and other teams to translate business needs into technical solutions
- Proactively identify opportunities to elevate engineering standards and foster continuous improvement
- Champion best practices in code, architecture, and operational readiness across the organization
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience level is required for this Staff Software Engineer role?
The role requires eight or more years of backend engineering experience, with at least two years as a Staff or Principal Engineer.
What technical skills are essential for this position?
Candidates need deep knowledge of cloud-native architectures (AWS), high skill in either .NET or Java, and expertise in API-first design, event-driven systems, service orchestration, and defining clean contract boundaries.
Is experience in fintech or regulated environments preferred?
Yes, experience from a regulated environment is required, with a strong preference for a background in fintech.
What is the work arrangement or location policy for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the salary or compensation for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Checkout.com
High-performance payments platform for enterprises
About Checkout.com
Checkout.com provides a payments platform that helps businesses process payments, send payouts, and manage card programs. The platform is designed for large enterprises and growing businesses, allowing them to handle high volumes of transactions quickly and reliably. It integrates with clients' existing systems and offers a range of payment services, generating revenue through transaction fees and subscriptions. Unlike many competitors, Checkout.com focuses on providing a comprehensive, cloud-based solution that supports the financial operations of its clients across the globe. The goal of Checkout.com is to streamline payment processes and enhance the payment experience for both businesses and their customers.
London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$1,780.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Work-life balance - Flexible working and plenty of time off to unwind. We’ll even give you your birthday off.
Recognition - Peer recognition program and quarterly Hero Awards. We celebrate success together.
Career development - Tailored career development and learning pathways. We’ll help you unlock your potential.
Celebrating diversity - Internal community groups and cultural events. We celebrate our differences.
Staying healthy - A global wellness programme and private health insurance. We support your wellbeing.
Security for the future - Comprehensive plans for you and your loved ones. We’ll take care of you.
Giving back - Employee-led community outreach, payroll giving and a volunteering day. We care about your causes.
Risks
Checkout.com faces increased competition from emerging fintech startups.
Economic instability in the UK and EU may impact Checkout.com's revenue.
Regulatory scrutiny on data privacy could increase compliance costs.
Differentiation
Checkout.com offers payments in over 150 currencies with in-country acquiring.
The platform integrates fraud filters and reporting through a single API.
Checkout.com supports major international cards and local payment methods.
Upsides
Checkout.com is expanding in Japan, enhancing its global presence.
The partnership with Zing increases digital payment methods and product growth.
Checkout.com launched Octopus for online payments, a first for global PSPs.
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