We started small in 2011, with just two laptops and big aspirations. Fast forward to today and we have grown to serve over 4 million clients across the globe, who benefit from our commitment to security, transparency and regulation. Whether it’s through our intuitive web and mobile apps or arsenal of industry-leading APIs, Bitstamp is where crypto enters the world of finance.
Our success is a result of the innovative ideas, talented individuals, and passion of our team. Together, we have helped shaped the crypto industry and continue to do so. We are always on the lookout for new talent and crypto-curious thinkers who share our passion for the future of finance.
As a Junior Software Engineer - student, you'll be joining the Crypto Division within a Product Engineering Department, a dynamic team that’s building the next generation of crypto-services for our customers and partners.
What you'll do
- Assisting in the design, development, and maintenance of scalable, high-performance backend systems using languages like Python (or Go).
- Staying up to date with the latest advancements in cryptocurrency, blockchain, and DeFi to help incorporate new features into the platform.
- Writing clean, maintainable code that follows software engineering best practices.
- Learning and applying development best practices such as unit testing, code review, test automation, and continuous delivery to ensure high-quality software.
- Supporting the preparation of detailed design documents and testing strategies based on project requirements.
On day one you'll bring
- A solid understanding of backend development, especially in Python.
- Basic knowledge of blockchain technology, smart contracts, and the DeFi ecosystem.
- A passion for learning and improving software development skills.
- Some experience with development best practices (test-driven development, code reviews, etc.) from academic projects or internships.
- Willingness to work both independently and as part of a team, with guidance and support from senior developers.
- A pragmatic approach to solving programming challenges.
- Active knowledge of English and good communication skills.
Benefits
- Work from home or other location that allows you to be most productive.
- Generous home-office allowances upon joining to help set up your home space.
- Sports and cultural activities, pet-friendly offices, a full fridge, teambuilding events, Bitstamp parties.
