Enterprise Software Architect

HFM

. Own end-to-end backend architecture, including service boundaries, data ownership and service communication .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeLarnaca • CyprusSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend architecture, including service boundaries, data ownership, and API development using Python and modern frameworks. Proven ability to design scalable solutions and mentor engineering teams while ensuring adherence to security and performance standards.

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Backend Architecture OwnershipExpert Proficiency in PythonDistributed Systems DesignAPI Development (REST, gRPC)Data Architecture Skills

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Hard Skills

PythonAsynchronous ProgrammingFastAPISQLNoSQLKafkaRedisDockerCI/CDEvent-Driven Design

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringCommunication

Tools & Technologies

AWSKubernetesNext.jsObservability Stacks

Industry Keywords

Financial SystemsPaymentsBalance ProcessingService CommunicationDelivery Guarantees

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSDistributed SystemsDockerGRPCJavaScriptKafkaKubernetesNext.jsNoSQLPythonRedisSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own end-to-end backend architecture, including service boundaries, data ownership and service communication
Define reference service structures and conventions for new backend services
Set backend and API standards for REST and gRPC, enforced through code reviews and automated checks
Own messaging and event architecture, including delivery guarantees, ordering and idempotency
Set security, observability and resilience standards for backend services
Write production code, build shared libraries and proofs of concept, and modernize legacy backend services
Collaborate with architects, engineering teams and stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust, scalable solutions
Mentor engineers and establish backend best practices across the global engineering organization
Design and build in-house backend services and APIs for client balances, payments and identity, including services supporting web and mobile applications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
10+ years of hands-on backend engineering, including several years architecting distributed services used by more than one team
Fluency in English; additional languages would be considered an advantage
Expert proficiency in Python and asynchronous programming
Production experience with modern Python frameworks such as FastAPI
Deep expertise in distributed systems, event-driven design and API development (REST, gRPC)
Strong data architecture skills across SQL and NoSQL databases: schema design, complex queries, query optimization and performance tuning
Hands-on experience with Kafka and Redis
Experience designing high-throughput financial systems, such as ledgers, payments or balance processing
Strong background in Docker and CI/CD, with working knowledge of observability stacks
Experience with AWS, Kubernetes and Next.js is a nice to have
Applicants must be eligible or have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based
Resumes must be submitted in English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid Work Model (2 days working from home)
Wolt Meal Allowance
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Provident Fund (Upon completion of the trial period)
Summer Short Fridays (August)
Additional Paid Annual Leave (up to 30 days, based on years of service)
Birthday Leave
Udemy Business access
Gym Membership
Referral Bonus Program
Visa Sponsorship and Relocation Assistance