Join ARQ as a Backend Engineer to design and maintain scalable systems that drive financial inclusion.
Posted by employer 15 hours ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 hour ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 hour ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Build REST APIs
- Engineer microservices
- Evolve systems for card payments
- Improve treasury management systems
- Manage transactions booking
Must have
- Demonstrable experience in Backend development
- Fluency in Java
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
- Excellent communication skills in English
Nice to have
- Track record of building complex products in hypergrowth startups
Requirements
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, years of experience, work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In this role, the Software Engineer focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining backend systems that support ARQ's financial products. Proficiency in Java, along with experience in building REST APIs and microservices, is essential, as is a strong foundation in clean code practices and agile methodologies. This position is ideal for someone with a background in computer science or engineering and a track record in fast-paced startup environments. ARQ's early-stage growth offers a collaborative atmosphere where team members can significantly influence product development.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 27, 2026. Last confirmed on ARQ's careers page October 27, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 1 other location at ARQ: Krakow.
Quick facts
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Java, PostgreSQL, Spring Boot.
- What seniority level is this role?
- ARQ targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Software Engineer (Java) role at ARQ.
From the original posting
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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