Backend Engineer - Accounting Integrations
Pleo
Full-time|On-site|Copenhagen, Madrid, London, Managing spending can be a daunting task, and inefficient processes create challenges for everyone involved, not just the finance teams. At Pleo, we are revolutionizing this experience. We develop financial solutions that streamline money management, making it empowering and effective for both finance teams and employees, with a mission to help businesses 'go beyond'.The term 'Pleo' translates to 'more than you’d expect', and embracing this philosophy has been key to our success over the past decade.We are currently at a crucial juncture in our growth; every decision we make impacts our 40,000+ customers, our business, and our collective achievements. We seek individuals who relish uncovering customer needs, transforming complex challenges into simple solutions, questioning established norms (with respect), and consistently striving for excellence. With ambitious goals propelling us forward, we acknowledge that we don’t have everything figured out—and that’s part of the excitement! What we can assure you is that we are a motivated, forward-thinking, and, importantly, kind group of 850+ individuals from over 100 nationalities, united in our commitment to shaping the future of business spending together.Role OverviewWe are on the lookout for a Backend Engineer to join the Pleo team. In this exciting role, you will contribute to building and scaling our backend systems while engaging in innovative projects as we expand our product and service offerings. If you are passionate about tackling intricate technical challenges and desire to be part of a culture that emphasizes transparency, collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to innovation, this position is tailored for you.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Backend Engineer, your responsibilities will include:Designing, building, and maintaining scalable microservices primarily using Kotlin.Collaborating with cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions across various domains, including Platform, Services, and SMB.Analyzing system performance and implementing optimizations to ensure high reliability and scalability.Participating in code reviews, conducting post-mortems, and mentoring fellow engineers.Proactively addressing technical debt and guiding the team through technical challenges and migrations.QualificationsTo thrive in this role, you should possess:Experience with server-side programming languages, particularly Kotlin, along with familiarity with distributed systems, microservices, and cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes).Proficiency in relational databases such as PostgreSQL, testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Testcontainers), and observability tools like Grafana.
Feb 27, 2026