.NET Tech lead

Project/Client: FintechStart Date: ASAPDuration: 12 monthsSeniority: Tech Lead / SeniorLanguage: EnglishRole Overview: We’re hiring a hands-on .NET Tech Lead to drive engineering delivery for new payment-focused initiatives within a regulated fintech setting. This role blends technical leadership with active development. You’ll shape modern, secure, and scalable backend platforms used across European markets.Key Responsibilities:Lead the technical design and delivery of backend systems using C# / .NETContribute directly to hands-on development while setting architectural directionBuild and maintain services supporting real-time and batch processing flowsOversee integrations with external APIs, third-party platforms, and file-based interfacesEnsure strong code quality through reviews, standards, and mentorshipAlign architecture with security, compliance, resilience, and audit requirementsWork closely with product, compliance, and cross-functional engineering teamsDrive CI/CD practices, testing strategy, and technical documentationMust-Have Requirements:7+ years of hands-on experience with C# / .NET (Core / 6 / 7 / 8)Experience acting as a Tech Lead or Senior Engineer on complex backend systemsStrong backend integration experience (REST, SOAP, SFTP, messaging, etc.)Solid understanding of distributed systems, reliability, and secure coding practicesStrong database experience (design, performance optimization, and SQL — e.g., SQL Server or similar RDBMS)Experience working in regulated or compliance-driven environmentsFamiliarity with Docker and CI/CD pipelinesClear communication skills and ability to lead technical discussionsNice to Have:Exposure to payment systems, banking integrations, or financial servicesFamiliarity with ISO 20022, SEPA, or financial messaging standardsUnderstanding of clearing, settlement, or financial transaction lifecyclesExperience with core banking platforms or digital wallet solutionsExperience with cloud-native architectures (Azure or AWS)Note: We’ll be in touch only with candidates who move forward to the next stage.