Backend Developer at Oceano Apex · Remote only · 5 - 7 years · ₹17L - ₹22L / yr · Profitable · Remote only · Posted 27 Feb 2026

*Job description:*
*Company:* Innovative Fintech Start-up
*Location:* On-site in Gurgaon, India
*Job Type:* Full-Time
*Pay:* ₹100,000.00 - ₹150,000.00 per month
*Experience Level:* Senior (7+ years required)
*About Us*
We are a dynamic Fintech company revolutionizing the financial services landscape through cutting-edge technology. We're building innovative solutions to empower users in trading, market analysis, and financial compliance. As we expand, we're seeking a visionary Senior Developer to pioneer and lead our brand-new tech team from the ground up. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our technology stack and drive mission-critical initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
*Role Overview*
As the Senior Developer and founding Tech Team Lead, you will architect, develop, and scale our core systems while assembling and mentoring a high-performing team. You'll work on generative AI-driven applications, integrate with financial APIs, and ensure robust, secure platforms for trading and market data. This role demands hands-on coding expertise combined with strategic leadership to deliver under tight deadlines and high-stakes conditions.
*Key Responsibilities*
Design, develop, and deploy scalable backend systems using Python as the primary language.
Lead the creation of a new tech team: recruit, mentor, and guide junior developers to foster a collaborative, innovative culture.
Integrate generative AI technologies (e.g., Claude from Anthropic, OpenAI models) to enhance features like intelligent coding assistants, predictive analytics, and automated workflows.
Solve complex problems in real-time, optimizing for performance in mission-critical financial systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align tech strategies with business goals, including relocation planning to Dubai.
Ensure code quality, security, and compliance in all developments.
Thrive in a high-pressure environment, managing priorities independently while driving projects to completion.
*Required Qualifications:*
7+ years of software development experience; 5+ years in Python.
Proven hands-on experience with OpenAI and Anthropic (Claude) APIs in production systems.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to operate independently in ambiguous situations.
Experience leading projects, mentoring developers, or building teams.
Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Experience with financial markets, trading systems, or market data platforms.
Familiarity with Meta Trader integrations.
Cloud experience, especially Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Knowledge of fintech compliance and trade reporting standards.
*What We Offer:*
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunity to build and lead a team in a high-growth Fintech space.
A collaborative, innovative work culture with room for professional growth.
*Job Types:* Full-time, Permanent
*Work Location:* In person

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Knowledge of Microsoft Azure.
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