**(Senior) Backend Engineer - Checkout & Payments (d/f/m)**

Darmstadt
Product & Development /
Full time /
Hybrid
Redefine the future of live entertainment tech

Welcome to vivenu, the global leader in event ticketing tech and one of the world’s fastest-growing live entertainment tech firms. We are transforming event ticketing for global leaders like the Grammys, the Golden Globes, Stanford University and the Hockenheimring turning what was once a simple transaction into a strategic business advantage. Backed by over $65 million in funding, our platform empowers event organizers to own their brand experience, unlock deep data insights, and seamlessly integrate ticketing into their digital infrastructure.

With six offices worldwide and growing, we deliver a customizable, intuitive solution and industry-leading support that simplify even the most complex ticketing challenges – helping organizers deliver exceptional experiences and drive real growth.

Join us and build the future of live entertainment.

As a (Senior) Backend Engineer in the Payment & Billing team, you will play a key role in developing and optimizing our payment infrastructure and billing systems. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance the checkout experience, ensure secure and reliable transactions, and support various payment methods for our global customer base. This role gives you the opportunity to influence the direction of our payment technology and shape the customer experience at a critical touchpoint.

As our (Senior) Backend Engineer - Checkout & Payments, you will...

    • design, develop, and maintain backend APIs and services with a focus on payment processing, billing, and checkout flows
    • integrate and manage connections with payment gateways and third-party providers, ensuring smooth and reliable transactions
    • optimize payment systems for performance, security, and scalability to handle high-volume transactions
    • collaborate closely with the frontend, product, and customer support teams to improve user experience and troubleshoot payment-related issues
    • work with the team to build our own managed payments solution, bringing highly integrated and automated payment solutions to our customers

We are looking for candidates that...

    • have strong expertise in backend development, focusing on payment processing, billing systems, or checkout experiences
    • are proficient in at least one backend programming language (like TypeScript, Go, or Java)
    • have 5+ years of experience in a backend engineering role, preferably with payment and billing integration experience
    • are experienced in working with payment gateway APIs (e.g., Stripe, Adyen, Braintree), checkout integrations, or billing systems
    • have a solid understanding of NoSQL databases, caching strategies, and message queues
    • provide knowledge of data security and privacy standards related to payment systems (e.g., PCI-DSS)
    • are familiar with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
    • display excellent communication skills, with a collaborative mindset and attention to detail
Why join vivenu?

Live Entertainment Tech
Play a mission-critical role for global brands, redefining fan experiences from festivals to major sports events. Here, you’re part of the business of fun — powered by cutting-edge technology that brings moments to life for millions.

Sustainable Growth
We scale sustainably on a profitable, VC-backed foundation with true product-market fit. This means continuous investment in our people, products, and long-term vision.

Top-tier Team
Collaborate with over 130 dedicated professionals, including leaders from Google, Slack, and Salesforce. Together, we’re shaping the future of live entertainment technology, one decision at a time.

Global DNA
We’re a diverse, merit-driven team spread across six global offices. Talent and impact are what matter here — not hierarchy or background.

Fast Growing, in All Aspects
Sifted consistently ranks us among the fastest-growing scale-ups in Europe. We’re driven by daily learning, shared wins, and collective growth.

Next-Gen Leaders & Insights
Work alongside some of tech’s brightest minds — from Forbes 30 Under 30 founders to Executive of the Year award winners. At vivenu, you’ll help set the standard for the ticketing industry’s future.

vivenu Inclusion Statement
At vivenu, we believe our people define our success – and that we win with bold, diverse minds. The strongest teams are built on different perspectives, experiences, and voices. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels empowered to contribute, grow, and thrive to shape the future of live entertainment globally.

Check out our mission statement and corporate values here.