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ARQ

Senior Software Engineer (Java)

London

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Role family
Engineering
Seniority
Senior
Country
GB
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
8 Sept 2026

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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 and benefits

Stock options, so you own part of what you build

Discretionary performance bonus

The latest tools and technology

A world-class team that will challenge and grow your skills

The opportunity to help build the best fintech app in Latin America

Office Policy: 3-4 days a week in-office

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