Founding Full-Stack Engineer – Early Stage Fintech Start-up (Contract) A mission-driven fintech start-up is looking for a Full-Stack Engineer to join as the first engineering hire and help build a new mobile banking product focused on improving financial wellbeing. You’ll work closely with the founding team to design and build core platform features, including integrations with Banking-as-a-Service providers, payment controls, and user financial insights. This is a rare opportunity to join at the ground floor and shape the engineering function as the company grows. The platform includes a React Native mobile application, a GraphQL-based API, and cloud infrastructure on AWS. What you’ll be doing <ul><li>Building and extending a React Native mobile application</li><li>Developing backend services and APIs using Node.js and GraphQL</li><li>Integrating with Banking-as-a-Service and third-party financial APIs</li><li>Designing data models and handling financial transaction data</li><li>Working within a cloud-based infrastructure on AWS</li><li>Contributing to architecture decisions and helping shape the engineering foundations of the platform</li></ul>Key skills <ul><li>Strong experience with TypeScript / JavaScript</li><li>Experience building React Native mobile applications</li><li>Backend development using Node.js, APIs and GraphQL</li><li>Experience integrating with third-party APIs</li><li>Comfortable working with AWS cloud environments</li><li>Good understanding of security and sensitive data handling</li></ul>Nice to have <ul><li>Fintech, payments or open banking experience</li><li>Experience working with Banking-as-a-Service or financial APIs</li><li>Familiarity with infrastructure as code (e.g. Terraform)</li></ul>Contract Structure, Budget & Future Opportunity This role is offered on a flexible contract basis to suit the right engineer. The project has a maximum budget of £10,000–£10,200 for the initial 3-month phase. How that budget is used is flexible and can be structured in different ways, including: <ul><li>Full-time engagement across the 3 months (or less if feasible)</li><li>Part-time contribution alongside other work</li><li>Hourly or milestone-based delivery</li></ul>The focus is on delivery and outcomes rather than rigid time commitments. If the scope can be completed sooner or in fewer hours, the effective rate can increase accordingly within the project budget. The contract is extendable, with the potential to transition into a longer-term or permanent role as the company grows. The business currently has early-stage backing from a well-known UK high street bank, with a second funding round planned to support expansion. For the right person, this represents an opportunity to join early and grow into a Principal Engineer / CTO-level role as the product and company scale.

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Engineering Manager | TypeScript, Node.js, React | Digital Trust Infrastructure | Berlin The Mission: We are a global technology firm redefining how data is owned and shared. By building a native trust layer for the internet, we empower individuals and businesses to control their digital footprints securely. The Role: Lead a high-performing squad of engineers building a multi-component platform. You will balance technical architecture (C4, ADRs) with people leadership, coaching your team through a fast-paced, experimentation-led culture. Tech Stack: TypeScript, Node.js, React, AWS Serverless. Requirements: Proven track record of leading engineering teams in global, cloud-native environments. A pragmatic, hands-on leader who thrives in iterative, high-scale settings. What is in it for you: <ul><li>Modern Work: Hybrid model with flexible working hours. </li><li>Time Off: Unlimited holiday policy. </li><li>Financial: Competitive compensation package. </li><li>Growth: Dedicated learning budget and an international environment. </li><li>Perks: Home office allowance, mobile allowance, and Urban Sports Club membership. </li></ul>

Engineering Manager | TypeScript, Node.js, React | Digital Trust Infrastructure | Berlin

Staff Software Engineer | Full Stack - TypeScript, Node.js, React | Berlin The Mission: We are solving the internet’s fundamental "zero-trust" problem. Our infrastructure allows humans and AI agents to interact via verifiable, consent-based foundations. The Role: You will be the technical "North Star" for the team—solving complex performance issues, mentoring senior peers, and owning the roadmap for external developer tools (SDKs/CLIs). Tech Stack: TypeScript, React, Node.js, AWS. (Bonus: Rust, Go, or Dart). Requirements: Expertise in cloud-native environments and microservices. You should be a passionate developer who cares about "Privacy by Design" and high-performance systems. What is in it for you: <ul><li>Flexibility: Hybrid working and flexible hours to suit your lifestyle. </li><li>Rest: Unlimited holiday policy to ensure you stay refreshed. </li><li>Support: Home office and mobile allowances, plus a learning budget for your professional development. </li><li>Wellbeing: Urban Sports Club membership and a competitive salary. </li></ul>

Staff Software Engineer | Full Stack - TypeScript, Node.js, React | Berlin

I'm looking for a commercially minded Data Analyst with at least one years experience who loves turning data into meaningful insights that drive business decisions. You’ll work across the organisation analysing performance, identifying trends, and building dashboards that help us understand what makes us successful — and where we can improve. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone early in their career who wants real exposure to strategy, operations, and commercial performance. What you’ll be doing Analyse internal data to uncover trends and opportunities Build dashboards and reports to support decision-making Partner with commercial and operational teams Improve data quality, models, and performance metrics Present clear, actionable insights to stakeholders Degree (or equivalent experience) in Maths, Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Business Analytics or similar Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail Interest in commercial performance and storytelling with data Ability to communicate insights to non-technical audiences Curious, proactive, and eager to learn Powerbi and SQL No sponsorship Direct impact on business strategy Exposure to senior stakeholders Clear progression into Data Analytics or Data Science. A culture that values insight, clarity, and innovation Please send me your updated CV to paul.culmer@xcede.com

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Thomas leads Xcede's Permanent Software & Technology team across the UK and Europe, with over 10 years of experience in the German tech market. Having lived and recruited in Berlin, he has a deep understanding of the region's software ecosystem and hiring landscape. An expert in identifying and securing key hires, Thomas supports both established teams and high-growth start-ups through critical scaling phases. He specialises in building cost-effective, tailored hiring solutions that enable companies to achieve their long-term growth objectives.

Staff Software Engineer | Full Stack - TypeScript, Node.js, React | Berlin

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