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Software Engineer (Java)

ARQ Krakow, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland

Financial Services · 2-10 employees

Oct 05
Remote java Mid (2-5 yrs) Full-time Poland
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About the role

You will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Java and Spring Boot to support fintech products. The role involves building REST APIs, engineering microservices, and evolving core business systems like payment and transaction processing.

What they look for

Java Backend development Spring Boot Postgres REST APIs Microservices Clean code TDD DDD Continuous integration Continuous delivery Financial technology Communication skills

Requirements

Candidates must have demonstrable experience in backend development with fluency in Java and a degree in a relevant technical field. Strong communication skills and a results-driven mindset are essential for working in this fast-paced startup environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary Ownership of development process Latest technology Skill improvement opportunities

Full description

About ARQ

ARQ is one of the fastest-growing fintechs in the world. Our mission is to redefine how people interact with money across borders, building the infrastructure to move value seamlessly. We’re still early in our journey, which means every person who joins shapes the future of our product, culture, and growth. If you’re excited by big challenges, global impact, and the chance to grow fast with a world-class team, ARQ is the place to do it.

What we're looking for

As a Backend Engineer, you’ll design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performing backend systems that power our innovative products. You’ll collaborate with a talented team to create solutions that drive financial inclusion and transform the way people manage their money.

What you'll be doing

  • The work will focus on greenfield development and improvement of existing systems
  • Projects will include building REST APIs, engineering microservices and evolving a number of systems that our business depends on (e.g. card payments, treasury management, transactions booking, crypto liquidity)
  • Our technology stack is based predominantly on Java 25 on the backend with Postgres database
  • We rely on Spring Boot for quick and quality delivery
  • We have a pragmatic approach to develop our business logic, focusing on clean code, with emphasis on maintainability and fast turnaround with TDD, DDD and continuous integration & delivery

What you'll need

  • Demonstrable experience in Backend development, with fluency in Java
  • Bachelor's Degree (or above) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or other Engineering / Science disciplines
  • Quick learner with an ambitious and results driven personality, with excellent communication skills (english fluency, verbal and written)
  • Track record of building complex products that millions of people use in hypergrowth startups

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Own the development process that will face on the customer's impact
  • Latest technology to work with
  • Strong team that will help you improve your skills

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