
About Payrails GmbH
The payment operating system for global financial services
Key Highlights
- $55.6 million raised from Andreessen Horowitz
- Cloud-native platform streamlining payment acceptance
- Headquartered in Berlin, Germany
- Targeting the rapidly growing digital payments market
Payrails is a Berlin-based fintech company that provides a cloud-native payment operating system designed to simplify payment acceptance and enhance customer payment experiences. With $55.6 million in funding from Andreessen Horowitz, Payrails targets high-growth companies globally, helping them nav...
🎁 Benefits
Payrails offers flexible working hours and remote work options, along with a Learning & Development budget for conferences and training. Employees enj...
🌟 Culture
Payrails fosters a culture focused on solving complex payment challenges for businesses in a global marketplace. The team regularly engages in digital...

Data Engineer • Senior
Payrails GmbH • Cairo - Hybrid
Overview
Payrails GmbH is hiring a Senior Data Engineer to help build a modular architecture for payment operations. You'll work on optimizing payment systems and enhancing customer experiences. This role requires extensive experience in data engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in data engineering with a focus on building scalable data pipelines and systems. Your experience includes working with complex data architectures and ensuring data quality and integrity across various platforms. You understand the challenges faced by enterprises in the payments space and are driven to create solutions that simplify these complexities. You thrive in collaborative environments where you can share your insights and learn from others, contributing to a culture of excellence and innovation.
You possess a deep understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and data warehousing. Your technical skills include proficiency in programming languages such as Python or Java, and you are familiar with tools and technologies that support data processing and analysis. You are comfortable working with cloud platforms and have experience in deploying data solutions that meet business needs. You are detail-oriented and have a knack for problem-solving, which allows you to tackle challenges effectively.
Desirable
Experience with payment systems or financial data is a plus, as it will help you understand the specific requirements of the role. Familiarity with big data technologies and frameworks such as Apache Spark or Hadoop would be beneficial. You are also encouraged to bring your knowledge of data visualization tools to help communicate insights effectively.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing data pipelines that support the payment operations of leading enterprises. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and software engineers, to ensure that data solutions align with business objectives. Your work will involve optimizing existing data processes and identifying opportunities for improvement, enabling the company to maximize performance and efficiency.
You will take ownership of data quality and integrity, implementing best practices for data governance and management. Your role will also include monitoring data systems and troubleshooting issues as they arise, ensuring that data is accessible and reliable for decision-making. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of a modular architecture that enhances the overall payment lifecycle, providing flexibility and control to our clients.
What we offer
At Payrails, you will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation. We offer a competitive salary and equity package, along with 27 days of annual paid vacation. You will have the chance to work in a hybrid environment, with an office located in the heart of New Cairo. We believe in fostering a culture of trust and respect, where everyone is encouraged to contribute their ideas and insights. Join us in shaping the future of payment solutions and making a meaningful impact in the industry.
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