Satispay

Senior Backend Software Engineer - Consumer Growth (Relocation to Milan)

Satispay4 weeks ago
Location

France, Paris

Type

Full Time

Salary

EUR 80,000 – 120,000

Level

Senior

Role

Backend Software Engineer

Posted

Mar 3, 2026

Full TimeSenior

The role

Summary

Satispay is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer for their Consumer Growth team in Milan, focusing on revolutionizing user onboarding, security, and identity management systems. The ideal candidate will drive technical innovation in user activation, security mechanisms, and process automation within a dynamic fintech environment.

What you'll do

Onboarding Automation: Lead multi-service orchestration to optimize new user activation processes through advanced background verification techniques
Security Management: Enhance Anti-ATO (Account Take Over) mechanisms and develop robust login flows to protect user funds and personal data
Process Optimization: Identify and eliminate technical bottlenecks by replacing manual back-office tasks with automated, efficient workflows
Integration Resilience: Develop strategies to maintain system reliability during integrations with external providers, ensuring uninterrupted user registration and app experiences
Compliance and Lifecycle Management: Ensure full user lifecycle accuracy from registration to data erasure, maintaining 100% compliance with GDPR standards
Technical Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior and mid-level backend engineers through high-impact code reviews and knowledge sharing

What we look for

Technical

Programming LanguagesAdvanced proficiency in Java, with strong understanding of backend development principles
Cloud TechnologiesExtensive experience with AWS infrastructure, microservices architecture, and serverless computing
Database ManagementProven expertise with PostgreSQL and distributed database systems

Education

Academic BackgroundBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field preferred

Experience

Professional ExperienceMinimum 5 years of backend software engineering experience, with proven track record in microservices and cloud environments
Technical LeadershipDemonstrated ability to drive technical strategy, mentor teams, and lead large-scope projects

Skills

Required skills

Java ProgrammingDeep technical expertise in Java development and software architecture
Cloud InfrastructureStrong understanding of AWS services and cloud deployment strategies
Microservices ArchitectureProven experience designing and implementing scalable microservices systems

Nice to have

FinTech ExperienceBackground or strong interest in financial technology and payment systems
Security EngineeringAdditional certifications or experience in cybersecurity and identity management

Compensation & benefits

Salary

EUR 80,000 – 120,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible vacation policy allowing employees to take time off as needed

Mental Health Support

Psychological support and mental health webinars through Serenis

Professional Development

Internal mobility programs, language classes, workshops, and training opportunities

Stock Option Plan

Equity compensation with additional grants based on performance

Relocation Support

Comprehensive international relocation assistance for new hires

Flexible Benefits

Flexible benefit budget and additional perks like meal vouchers

Interview process

  1. 1
    Initial Screening — Preliminary review of application and resume by recruitment team
  2. 2
    Technical Phone Screen — Initial interview focusing on technical skills and background with a senior engineer
  3. 3
    Technical Interview — In-depth technical assessment covering Java, cloud architecture, and system design
  4. 4
    Team Fit Interview — Discussion with potential team members to assess cultural and collaborative fit
  5. 5
    Final Leadership Interview — Conversation with engineering leadership to discuss long-term potential and alignment
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Satispay

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Satispay is a European fintech company that provides mobile payment solutions and financial services to consumers and businesses. The company operates a digital payment platform that enables peer-to-peer transfers, merchant payments, and business transactions through a mobile app. Satispay focuses on simplifying payments in the European market, particularly in Italy, by offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional payment methods. The company serves a growing base of users and merchants across multiple European countries, operating in the digital payments and financial technology sector.

Milan, ItalyFounded 2013satispay.com/en-it/work-at-satispay

Tech Stack

Languages
Java
Frameworks
Spring Boot
Databases
PostgreSQLElasticSearch
Tools
AWSEC2/ECSAWS Lambda
Other
Kinesis
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