N26Tech - Engagement

Backend Engineer

BarcelonaFull-timeMid-LevelSalary: Not disclosed
Posted Sep 2, 2026Deadline: Keep Open
Job SnapshotActively hiring
LocationBarcelona
Job typeFull-time
SalaryNot disclosed
DeadlineKeep Open

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Mid-Level
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Visa sponsorship
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Salary
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Key skills
JavaKotlinSpring BootMicroservicesPostgreSQLAWSRelational DatabasesNon-relational Databases

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What you'll own

Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain backend services for the Incentives team, managing project priorities and contributing to knowledge‑sharing sessions.

What they're looking for

Experience with JVM languages (Java/Kotlin) and Spring Boot in large‑scale production, solid grasp of microservices, relational and non‑relational databases (especially Postgres), and familiarity with modern cloud (AWS) environments.

Why this role matters

The role powers the core customer experience—from acquisition and signup to premium membership and daily engagement—driving innovative features that keep users active and satisfied.

About this role

About the Opportunity

You will work in the Incentives team within the Grow & Engage domain. This is the heart of the customer experience ranging from the acquisition and signup to our premium membership tiers and the daily engagement of our users. You will work in teams delivering the newest and most innovative features serving our customers in the best way possible. 

Location: Barcelona, Spain 

In This Role, You Will:

  • Do discovery, design, develop, test, deploy and maintain software in a thriving environment.

  • Manage individual project priorities and deliverables whilst working in a team who enjoy knowledge sharing sessions.

  • Stay up to date with the latest trends in technology.

  • Propose new findings during our Get Stuff Done Days (GSDD).

What You Need to Be Successful:

Background & Skills:

  • Experience in developing software using a JVM language and Spring Boot in large-scale production systems (experience with Kotlin is a plus).

  • Sound understanding of microservice architecture.

  • Knowledge of both relational and non-relational databases, preferably Postgres.

  • Appreciation of working in a modern cloud architecture, preferably with AWS.

Traits:

  • Strong bias for action, and getting things done.

  • Ongoing appreciation and consideration for security.

  • Motivation to write code which is well-tested and well-documented.

  • Ability to give and receive open, direct, and timely feedback.

What's In It for You:

  • Accelerate your career growth by joining one of Europe's most talked-about disruptors.

  • Employee benefits that range from a competitive personal development budget, work from home budget, discounts to fitness & wellness memberships, language apps, and public transportation.

  • Access to a Premium subscription on your personal N26 bank account, as well as subscriptions for friends and family members.

  • An additional day of annual leave for each year of service.

  • A high degree of autonomy and access to cutting-edge technologies—all while working with a friendly team of peers of diverse nationalities, life experiences, and family statuses.

  • A relocation package with visa support for those who need it.

Who we are

N26 has reimagined banking for today’s digital world. Technology and design empower everything we do and it’s how we are building the global banking platform the world loves to use.

We've eliminated physical branches, paperwork, and hidden fees for an elegant digital experience and supreme savings. Giving people the power to live and bank their way is what gets us out of bed in the morning and inspires the work that we do. 

We are headquartered in Berlin with offices in multiple cities across Europe, including Vienna and Barcelona, and a 1,500-strong team of more than 80 nationalities. 

Do you see yourself thriving in this role? We’d love to see your application even if you don’t meet 100% of the criteria. You may just be the right fit for this or other roles!

Equal opportunities for all

At N26, we believe our strength lies in our people and the varied perspectives they bring. We strive to build diverse teams that drive innovation and business success. We actively seek talent from all backgrounds and welcome applications from all genders, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities, neurodiversities, and ages.

We are committed to providing an excellent and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodations to make this process work for you, please let us know. We’re here to support you!

Discover more about Diversity & Inclusion at N26: https://n26.com/en-eu/diversity-and-inclusion

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JavaKotlinSpring BootMicroservicesPostgreSQLAWSRelational DatabasesNon-relational Databases