Senior Python Developer (IR-515)

Intellectsoft

18h•Remote

About The Position

Intellectsoft is seeking a Senior Python Developer for a leading, BaFin-regulated German fintech company. This role involves developing scalable backend systems and financial integrations that bridge traditional finance and the Web3 ecosystem. The ideal candidate will work in a high-security, regulatory-first environment, focusing on API-driven trading and custody layers for banks and asset managers. The company specializes in industries like Fintech, Healthcare, EdTech, Construction, and Hospitality, partnering with various business sizes to drive innovation.

Requirements

5+ Years Python Expertise: Mastery of Python 3.x and high-performance frameworks like FastAPI or Django.
KYC/Compliance Integration: Proven experience integrating identity verification providers (e.g., IDnow, Onfido, Sumsub) and managing automated onboarding workflows.
System Architecture: Ability to design robust State Machines for user verification statuses and scalable microservices via Docker/Kubernetes.
Data Security & GDPR: Deep understanding of handling PII (Personally Identifiable Information), encryption, and secure API design within a regulated environment.
Financial Backend Logic: Experience with asynchronous processing (Celery, RabbitMQ) and complex database management (PostgreSQL) for audit-ready financial systems.

Nice To Haves

Regulated Fintech Background: Previous experience in a BaFin, FCA, or similar regulated environment is highly preferred.
Experience in FinTech is preferable.

Responsibilities

Architect KYC Workflows: Design and maintain scalable, automated onboarding pipelines that integrate with identity verification providers
Develop Core Services: Build high-performance backend services and RESTful APIs using Python (FastAPI/Django) to handle sensitive financial data.
Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Implement and enforce strict data privacy standards (GDPR) and security protocols required by BaFin for PII handling.
Optimize State Management: Manage complex user verification lifecycles, ensuring high reliability and accurate audit trails for compliance teams.
Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with Product, Legal, and Compliance stakeholders to translate regulatory requirements into technical specifications.
Maintain Technical Excellence: Lead code reviews, mentor mid-level engineers, and drive the adoption of testing best practices and CI/CD automation.
Scalable Infrastructure: Deploy and monitor microservices within a cloud-native environment using Docker, Kubernetes, and asynchronous task queues