
About dLocal
Empowering payments in emerging markets globally
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in Montevideo, Uruguay with 1001+ employees
- $357 million raised in funding to date
- Serves major clients like Amazon and Shopify
- Offers a unified API for payments and payouts
dLocal is a leading payments platform headquartered in Tres Cruces, Montevideo, Uruguay, specializing in enabling global merchants to connect with billions of users in emerging markets. The company has raised $357 million in funding and serves clients like Amazon and Shopify, providing a seamless so...
🎁 Benefits
Employees enjoy competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO, and a remote-friendly work policy that supports work-life balance....
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Skills & Technologies
Overview
dLocal is hiring a Senior Software Engineer (Golang) to help build payment solutions for global brands. You'll work with Go to enhance payment processing capabilities in emerging markets. This position requires strong experience in software development.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on backend development — your expertise in Golang allows you to build efficient and scalable applications that meet the needs of a diverse range of clients. You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working with teams from various backgrounds, contributing to a culture of innovation and excellence.
With experience in payment processing or financial technology, you understand the complexities involved in handling transactions across multiple countries — you are adept at navigating the challenges that come with building systems that are both robust and user-friendly. Your problem-solving skills enable you to tackle issues head-on, ensuring that the solutions you develop are not only effective but also sustainable.
You are comfortable working in a remote-first environment and appreciate the flexibility it offers — you communicate effectively with team members across different time zones, ensuring that projects progress smoothly. Your passion for technology drives you to stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in software development, and you are eager to share your knowledge with others.
Desirable
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure would be a plus, as would familiarity with microservices architecture — you are always looking for ways to improve system performance and reliability. A background in working with international teams is also beneficial, as it enhances your ability to understand and cater to the needs of a global clientele.
What you'll do
As a Senior Software Engineer at dLocal, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining our payment processing systems — your work will directly impact how global brands collect payments in emerging markets. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new features that enhance user experience and increase conversion rates.
You will be responsible for writing clean, maintainable code and conducting code reviews to ensure high-quality standards are met — your expertise in Golang will be essential as you build and optimize backend services that handle millions of transactions. You will also participate in architectural discussions, contributing your insights to help shape the future of our technology stack.
In addition to development tasks, you will mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and helping them grow in their roles — fostering a culture of learning and collaboration is important to you, and you take pride in seeing your teammates succeed. You will also engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical guidance, ensuring that the solutions you develop align with business objectives.
What we offer
At dLocal, we offer a flexible, remote-first work environment that values diversity and inclusion — you will be part of a global team that is dedicated to making a difference in the world of payments. We provide competitive compensation packages, including health and learning benefits, to support your professional growth and well-being.
You will have opportunities for travel and collaboration with colleagues from various countries, enriching your experience and expanding your professional network — we believe that working together across borders enhances creativity and innovation. Join us and be part of a mission-driven company that is transforming the way businesses operate in emerging markets.
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