Tech Lead – Cards Issuing

At AstroPay, we believe in empowering people to reach their full potential and to be part of an innovative and forward-thinking company. Our goal is to provide a cutting-edge online payment solution that goes beyond just a traditional wallet. We are dedicated to creating a dynamic and challenging work environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and a strong sense of community among our team.

Our multinational and multicultural team is made up of talented and motivated individuals who are passionate about delivering the best possible experience to our customers and users. We value teamwork, collaboration, and a can-do attitude, and we’re always looking for new talent to join our growing company.

If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative company, AstroPay is the perfect place for you. With our entrepreneurial spirit and drive to succeed, we offer an environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. Join us today and be part of our mission to revolutionize the online payment industry.

🔍 Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled and technically strong Tech Lead for our Cards Issuing squad. The ideal candidate will have experience leading engineering teams in fintech or payments-related products, with a deep understanding of scalable architecture, cross-functional collaboration, and delivering outstanding technical solutions. This position will play a key role in the success of AstroPay’s card issuing capabilities, partnering closely with Product, Engineering Managers, and other stakeholders.

💼 About the role

As Tech Lead of the Cards Issuing squad, you will be the technical cornerstone behind our mission to deliver reliable and seamless card solutions to our users worldwide. You’ll lead a team of talented engineers focused on building and optimizing the platforms that power card creation, distribution, and management. Your work will directly influence our ability to provide a smooth and scalable issuing experience in multiple markets. This role offers the chance to combine technical leadership with hands-on development, while also collaborating closely with Product and cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality, user-centric solutions.

Responsibilities
- Lead the Cards product at AstroPay in partnership with Cards Product Manager.
- Lead technical decisions and architecture design for the squad.
- Ensure code quality, scalability, system performance and uptime.
- Mentor and grow team members.
- Collaborate closely with Product, Fraud and Finance to meet defined goals.
- Foster engineering excellence through championing best practices and mentoring them to the rest of the team.
- Act as a technical representative in cross-functional discussions.

Requirements
- 6+ years in software development, 2+ in technical leadership roles.
- Strong backend experience (Java is a plus).
- 2+ years of experience with card issuing and card management platforms.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Experience in Agile development environments.

Benefits:

• Flexible hours: We are results-oriented.
• Professional growth: Take off your professional career. Explore your passions.
• AstroTeam: Get in touch with your team and have fun.
• AstroHouse: Meet and connect with AstroPayers all over the world.
• Training: Keep building your knowledge on the platform of your choice.
  
  

Important Notice: By submitting your application for this position, you acknowledge and consent to the completion of a comprehensive background check as a mandatory part of the final hiring process. This procedure is essential to uphold the standards and integrity of our organization. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.