Backend Engineer

Lendbuzz

Tel Aviv, Israel

Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Geared toward backend developers comfortable with AI-assisted coding and building scalable systems, with a focus on Fintech and a full-time presence in Tel Aviv

Best fit for

Candidates with a strong background in Python and relational databases who thrive in high-growth environments
— “Strong programming skills, with expertise in Python”
Individuals who can drive technical direction and design backend architecture for new products
— “Design and collaborate with the engineering team to build architecture and system design for new products”
Candidates who have experience integrating with external APIs and building internal tools
— “Build internal products and integrate with external API’s”

Things to consider

The role expects active use of AI coding tools, requiring comfort with new technologies
— “Experience or a strong desire to incorporate AI dev tools into your daily workflow”
A bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university with a strong GPA is preferred, not just required
— “Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Top-tier university degree with a GPA of 85+ / Graduated with honors is a strong plus)”

How to stand out

Highlight your experience with building systems from the ground up and your impact on product success
— “Build backend system from the ground up”
Demonstrate your ability to design and integrate RESTful APIs in your portfolio or resume
— “Experience designing and integrating with APIs (RESTful services)”
Showcase your critical thinking and code review skills, especially in AI-generated code
— “Leverage AI coding assistants to boost productivity, while maintaining strict code quality, security, and critical review standards”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

successful backend system implementation
high-quality code

Typical background

backend development experiencecomputer science degree

Skills & requirements

Required

Backend DevelopmentPythonRelational DatabasesAPI IntegrationTesting Methodologies

Preferred

Fintech ExperienceMicroservices ArchitectureAWS

Stack & domain

PythonRelational DatabasesAPI IntegrationTesting MethodologiesAgentic AI ToolsAi-assisted IdesIndependentProactiveInterpersonal SkillsBackend DevelopmentFintech

About the role

Original posting from Lendbuzz via Lever

At Lendbuzz, we believe financial opportunity should be more personalized and fair. We develop innovative technologies that provide underserved and overlooked borrowers with better access to credit. From our employees to our dealers, partners, and borrowers, we’ve built a company and a culture around a resolute belief in the promise and power of diversity. We value independent and critical thinking.
We are looking for an experienced, passionate Backend Engineer to join our growing TLV R&D location. You'll be joining the backend group to help us expand our backend system and add new features to the company's core product.
As a Backend Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in driving the backend architecture and technical strategies that underpin our success. This is a great Opportunity to make a significant impact by driving the technical direction of a high-growth company.
Responsibilities:
Build backend system from the ground up.
Design and collaborate with the engineering team to build architecture and system design for new products.
Build internal products and integrate with external API’s.
Play a role in building, expanding, testing and releasing of a product helping thousands happy customers.
Leverage AI coding assistants to boost productivity, while maintaining strict code quality, security, and critical review standards.
Qualifications::
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Top-tier university degree with a GPA of 85+ / Graduated with honors is a strong plus).
3+ years of hands-on experience in backend development.
Strong programming skills, with expertise in Python.
Deep understanding and proven experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL or equivalent).
Experience designing and integrating with APIs (RESTful services).
Knowledge in testing methodologies
Tech-savvy and adaptable: Experience or a strong desire to incorporate AI dev tools into your daily workflow, combined with the critical thinking needed to review and validate AI-generated code.
Independent, proactive, with great interpersonal skills.
This is a great Opportunity to make a significant impact by driving the technical direction of a high-growth company. We embrace modern development practices. Our engineering team actively leverages Agentic AI tools and AI-assisted IDEs to enhance our daily workflows, accelerate coding, and focus on solving complex architectural challenges.
Nice-to-Have::
Previous experience in Fintech, billing, or payment systems.
Experience working with microservices architecture.
Familiarity with AWS.
What we offer:
A culture that values product ownership, collaborative architectural planning, and building wins for your resume/portfolio as much as for the company.
Smart, dynamic people with whom you can share the experience of building something unique.
Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and advancement.
A Note on Recruiting Outreach
We’ve been made aware of individuals falsely claiming to represent Lendbuzz using lookalike email addresses (eg @lendbuzzcareers.com). Please note that all legitimate emails from our team come from @lendbuzz.com. We will never ask for sensitive information or conduct interviews via messaging apps.

Source: Lendbuzz careers (Lever)