Experienced Tech Lead Cards (Full Stack) at YAPEAL AG

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Go, Full Stack Development, Domain-Driven Design, API Architecture, Card Lifecycle Management, Transaction Processing, AI Integration, Distributed Systems, Frontend Technologies, Technical Leadership, Financial Security Standards, Technical Governance

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Are you ready to lead the technical evolution of modern payment systems? At YAPEAL, we haven’t just entered the market; we’ve redefined Embedded Finance. Recently recognized by BILANZ as the country's most innovative SME in finance, we were the first company to secure a FINMA fintech license. The foundation is built. Our proprietary platform is ready to scale through two distinct business lines: YAPEAL Direct, our digital-first B2C & B2B offering, and YAPEAL Embedded, our high-growth B2B2X model. We are looking for a Tech Lead Cards who combines deep domain expertise in the card industry with exceptional technical skills and a future-oriented mindset. In this key role, you will not only shape our systems but also lead the technical direction of our card products into the era of AI-supported development. Curious to learn more? Explore the role and join us in crafting the backbone of modern fintech! About The Role: As the Tech Lead Cards, you are the bridge between ambitious business goals and scalable technical execution within the card ecosystem. You define the technical roadmap for our card-related services and ensure the long-term stability and health of our architecture. While you remain "hands-on," your focus is on empowering the team to make sound design decisions and keeping our products at the cutting edge of the market. We are looking for a personality who feels at home across the entire tech stack. Expect a Day Full of: Domain Expertise: Take ownership of the entire card lifecycle and transaction processing, including issuing, authorizations, and clearing/settlement for debit, credit, and prepaid products. API Architecture: Design and maintain robust, scalable APIs for card issuing, management and processing, ensuring high availability and seamless integration. GUI & User Experience: Drive the development of intuitive and high-quality user interfaces that make complex financial processes simple and accessible. AI Integration: Lead the team in leveraging AI tools to optimize development efficiency, code quality, and daily workflows. Technical Governance: Make high-level decisions on tech stack evolution and the integration of third-party providers. End-to-End Ownership: Champion the "own what we build" spirit, from initial blueprint to production stability. Who We’re Looking For: Cards Domain Master: Deep architectural understanding of how money flows in the card world. You are familiar with the complexities of real-time authorizations, and the security standards required to build a trusted financial platform. Engineering Leader: A leader who leads "from the code," maintaining a strong technical pulse while managing stakeholder interests. DDD Advocate: You are experienced in Domain-Driven Design, tackling complexity at the heart of our software and ensuring a clean separation of concerns as we scale our domain-specific services. Full Stack Pro: Proficient in Go, with a strong background in modern frontend technologies and distributed systems. AI Champion: You already actively use AI tools in your workflow and recognize their potential to fundamentally change software engineering. Analytical Visionary: The ability to translate complex card-business requirements into scalable technical blueprints. Why Join YAPEAL? At YAPEAL, we’re on a mission to transform the future of finance, and we’re looking for visionaries like you to join our journey. Here’s why YAPEAL is maybe your place to be: A Culture of Innovation and Flexibility Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values creativity, flexibility, and customer success. At YAPEAL, every idea matters, and every voice counts. We give our people all the flexibility they need to thrive and succeed. Unmatched Growth Opportunities As an expanding company, your contribution will directly shape our success and market presence. This is your chance to grow with us and make a tangible impact on the future of finance. If this sounds like the challenge you’ve been waiting for, we’d love to hear from you. About us Based in Zurich, Switzerland, YAPEAL is revolutionizing the financial landscape with our embedded finance solutions. We empower businesses to seamlessly integrate financial services into their products, enhancing customer experiences and unlocking new revenue streams. Combining cutting-edge technology with Swiss reliability, we’re setting a new standard for digital finance. Join us in building a future that’s uniquely dependable, and consistently innovative.

Responsibilities

Lead the technical roadmap and architecture for card-related services, including issuing, authorizations, and clearing. Bridge business goals with scalable execution while leveraging AI tools to optimize development workflows.