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Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

Navan
Location
London, UK
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 4-6 years of experience building and scaling complex systems in fast-paced, high-growth, or large-scale environments
  • Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot
  • Strong experience with distributed systems, microservices, and API design
  • Hands-on experience developing and maintaining consumer-facing or core business products at scale
  • A record of delivering production-quality, maintainable code
  • Collaborative team player able to work effectively with global, cross-functional partners
Nice to have
  • Fintech or payments processing experience
  • Comfort with financial or workflow-heavy domains: expenses, payments, ERP, tax, or similarly high-stakes data
What the job really is

As a Senior Software Engineer (Backend) at Navan, you will design and develop high-performance backend systems for a corporate expense management platform. Your role involves solving complex engineering challenges, delivering customer-facing solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and user experience. You will also contribute to the engineering culture by advocating for best practices and staying updated with new technologies.

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