Backend Developer (first 5 hires) 🚀

Salary Competitive

About Us

Alwy is an ambitious startup in the financial technology (FinTech) sector. We are on a mission to help individuals improve their financial health by giving their money a purpose. By using our White Label, PWA, and/or iOS apps users can get insights in their economy, get financial advice, plan their future and invest using Alwy’s “auto investments”.

As we continue to grow, we're seeking a Backend Developer that wants to join our passionate team of three and help us succeed with our mission and ultimately take Alwy to a position in becoming the number one go-to service for personal finance management. This is an exciting opportunity to be among the first key hires and shape the future of our company.


Job Description

As a Backend Developer at Alwy, you will be a foundational member of our team, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the core systems of our financial management platform. You will have the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the development of a world-class service. Your expertise in technologies such as Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ, AWS, REST, SOAP, GraphQL, and Docker will be instrumental in our success.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems using Node.js, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL as primary tools.

  • Manage and develop systems supporting event driven systems.

  • Utilize AWS services to build and deploy our platform securely and efficiently.

  • Develop and maintain API protocols, including REST and GraphQL.

  • Containerize applications with Docker for streamlined deployment.

  • Collaborate with the team to design and implement a layered architecture feasible for a small but growing development team.

  • Implement and enforce security best practices to safeguard sensitive financial data.

  • Bring ambition and enthusiasm to build the world's next go-to service for financial management.


Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Backend Developer, with expertise in Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ, AWS, REST, SOAP, GraphQL, and Docker.

  • Knowledge and experience with layered architecture design.

  • A strong desire to contribute to the creation of a groundbreaking financial management service.

  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • A collaborative mindset and a passion for staying up-to-date with emerging technologies.

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).


What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and equity options.

  • The opportunity to shape the future of financial management.

  • A collaborative, creative, and supportive work environment.

  • Room for personal and professional growth.

  • The chance to be among the first key hires in a promising startup.


How to Apply

If you are a dedicated Backend Developer with a passion for FinTech and the ambition to help create the future of financial management, we want to hear from you. Join our team at Alwy and play a pivotal role in our journey to disrupt the industry.

Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and explaining your vision for the world's next go-to financial management service by clicking the 'Apply' button below. We're eager to review your application and potentially welcome you as the fourth employee of Alwy.

For more information or questions please contact us at career@alwy.se

Perks and benefits

This job comes with several perks and benefits

Flexible working hours
Flexible working hours

Maternity / paternity leave
Maternity / paternity leave

Remote work allowed
Remote work allowed

Work life balance
Work life balance

Pet friendly
Pet friendly

Paid holiday
Paid holiday

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Working at
Alwy

With Alwy we want to make it easier than ever to manage your money. By using Alwy individuals spend, save, loan and invest smarter. Our customer gets personalized, easy to act on, suggestions on how they can improve their complete personal finance as well as full control over their spending, savings, loans and investments, all in one place.

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