Software Engineer, Java (Screening & Risk Services)

As a Software Engineer in the Screening and Risk Services (SRS) team at Bitpanda, you will build the systems that keep Bitpanda safe, secure, and compliant at scale. You’ll work on high-throughput, low-latency services that detect, prevent, and respond to suspicious activity across payments, trading, and user accounts. Your work will directly impact the integrity of our platform and protect millions of users from financial crime, fraud, and compliance risk.

• Design and operate scalable, event-driven backend services using Java 25, Micronaut/Spring, and Kafka to power real-time detection and prevention workflows
• Build and maintain core FCP systems, including transaction monitoring, risk scoring, alerting, and reporting pipelines
• Ensure production-grade reliability with ≥80% unit test coverage, integration and end-to-end tests, and leverage AI-assisted code review tools like Claude Code
• Integrate with internal and external systems, including payment providers, trading services, and compliance tools, handling edge cases and high-throughput data streams
• Continuously improve system performance, observability, and scalability while meeting strict compliance and regulatory requirements

• Strong backend engineering experience with Java (Micronaut or Spring) and distributed systems fundamentals (consistency, messaging, failure modes, concurrency) (required)
• Experience building systems where correctness, reliability, and low-latency decision-making are critical (required)
• Skilled in testing strategies, ensuring correctness at scale, and leveraging tools like Claude Code for code quality and review efficiency (required)
• Familiar with event-driven architectures, streaming platforms (Kafka), and cloud-native environments (AWS, Kubernetes) (required)
• Motivated to solve complex financial crime problems and build infrastructure that protects users and the business at scale (required)

• Flexibility to work where you thrive – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice.
• Reward for your impact – Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay-for-impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan.
• Support for your mental wellbeing – Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP.
• Time to recharge – Take extra time off to rest, reset, and recharge, with 3 additional days off in 2026 to prioritise your wellbeing.
• Continuous learning and growth – Grow your skills and stay ahead in your career with unlimited access to Udemy’s library of online courses at your own pace.
• Exclusive perks and rewards – Enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks from partners worldwide across lifestyle, wellness, tech, and travel.
• Support during life milestones – Take advantage of our additional 8 weeks of gender-neutral new parent leave to welcome and bond with your new addition to the family.
• Fuel and focus on-site – Pandas in Vienna, Bucharest, Barcelona, and Berlin can enjoy free onsite dining, with freshly prepared lunches and snacks to keep you fueled and focused all day long.
• Recognition for your contributions – Celebrate milestones and achievements with recognition and rewards for your Tenure at Bitpanda.
• Show your Bitpanda pride – Access exclusive Bitpanda-branded merchandise and gear to represent.
• Connect and celebrate with your team – Join unforgettable company events, from our Winter Party in Vienna to gatherings worldwide, fostering fun, connection, and celebration.