Backend Engineer
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LocationBogotá, Colombia
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentTechnology
EquityIncluded
Company size51–200 people
PostedFeb 11, 2026 · 8mo ago
Verified live2d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Feb 11, 2026
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5+ years of experience in backend development
Experience with Golang and/or Python
Experience working with distributed systems
Experience working with REST or GraphQL APIs
Experience working with event-driven architectures
Experience with AWS or similar cloud platforms
Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases
Knowledge of caching (Redis or similar)
Knowledge of messaging systems
Understanding of security best practices
Strong problem-solving skills
Good communication skills
English proficiency is a plus
Experience in fintech, payments, or e-commerce platforms
Experience with high-traffic systems
Knowledge of compliance and security standards
Skills
Golang
Python
REST
GraphQL
AWS
SQL
NoSQL
Redis
Event-driven architectures
Benefits
Vacations
Additional PTO
Remote work
Health insurance
Internet support
Cell phone support
Stock options
Learning platform
About the company
About DEUNA 🧡
DEUNA is a rapidly growing startup revolutionizing global commerce with ATHIA, our AI-powered orchestration and payments platform that helps large enterprises boost approval rates, reduce costs, and unlock new revenue. Built by the team behind DEUNA—the fastest-growing Commerce OS in Latin America—ATHIA combines payment intelligence, checkout optimization, and data orchestration in one powerful solution.
With deep integrations across 300+ PSPs and alternative payment methods, and over 20% of Mexico’s digital economy running through our platform, we simplify global payments through a single integration and centralized reconciliation.
We are a rapidly growing startup expanding into the U.S. to meet the urgent needs of large retailers, marketplaces, airlines, and QSRs. Join us to shape the future of payments! 🚀
Visit https://www.deuna.com/ to learn more about us!
Role Overview
We are looking for a Backend Engineer to lead the design and development of scalable backend systems.
This role is focused on building high-quality, reliable services, improving system performance, and guiding engineering teams through technical decisions. You will work closely with Engineering Managers and Product teams to deliver robust backend solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Backend Development & Architecture
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Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs.
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Develop scalable and secure distributed systems.
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Define and implement best practices for performance and reliability.
System Optimization
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Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
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Implement improvements in scalability, monitoring, and reliability.
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Design data models, caching strategies, and asynchronous processes.
Collaboration
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Work closely with Product and Engineering teams.
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Support the delivery of new features and system improvements.
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Ensure alignment between technical solutions and business needs.
Requirements
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5+ years of experience in backend development.
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Strong experience with:
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Golang and/or Python
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Experience working with:
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Distributed systems
•
REST or GraphQL APIs
•
Event-driven architectures
•
Experience with AWS or similar cloud platforms.
•
Knowledge of:
•
SQL and NoSQL databases
•
Caching (Redis or similar)
•
Messaging systems
•
Understanding of security best practices.
•
Strong problem-solving skills.
•
Good communication skills.
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English is a plus.
Nice to Have
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Experience in fintech, payments, or e-commerce platforms.
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Experience with high-traffic systems.
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Knowledge of compliance and security standards.
What will you find when you join DEUNA?
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A multicultural team distributed throughout LATAM
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Dynamism, agility and constant innovation
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Being part of a high-impact solution for an entire region
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The best tools and technology to operate
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Being part of the startup culture.
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We are in full expansion!
Benefits:
Vacations and additional PTO 🏝️
Remote work from anywhere 💻
Economic support for health insurance, internet and cell phone line📱🌐
We all own DEUNA, we offer stock options 💸
Learning and development platform 📚
Multidisciplinary, diverse and dynamic team 🧡
Growth and career path 🚀
Be part of a dynamic team that’s creating the next generation payments platform.
Legal
DEUNA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity and inclusion in our workplace. All employment decisions at DEUNA are made without discrimination based on nationality, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, color, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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