Fullstack Engineer - Sidekick

As part of the Field Sales Engineering Team, you will maintain and enhance our Global Field Sales processes to enable our biggest mission. The team currently operates within the Platform Tribe, which is tasked with developing essential internal developer platforms for SumUp.

You’ll play a key role in developing software systems that empower both Sales and Engineering teams to identify the optimal systems and approaches for processes that benefit SumUp merchants and internal users alike. Our goal is to enable our users to concentrate on delivering value to our customers without being burdened by concerns about the underlying infrastructure.

What you’ll do:

• Design, build and maintain services integral to dependable and highly available production systems, following SumUp’s microservice architecture
• Design, construct, and upkeep our services 
• Develop high-quality, scalable code adhering to Platform standards and best practices
• Collaborate with stakeholders to pinpoint pain points and collect feature requests
• Work closely with Sales, Data, and Software Engineers across Platform and Operations teams

You’ll be great for this position if you have:

• 5+ years of programming experience in Typescript
• Prior experience with Fullstack Frameworks such as Next/Remix/Nuxt/Meteor
• Proficient in building and consuming RESTful APIs within a microservice environment
• Experience with SQL & Event driven architecture, specifically working with Postgres and Kafka
• Understanding of  fundamental system architecture, software design principles, data modelling, and API design
• Collaborative mindset and open to feedback in teamwork settings
• Demonstrated pride in engineering work and a strong sense of ownership in tasks

Why you should join SumUp:

🌍 Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our Berlin office. This involves an office-first setup

🧑‍🔬 We take learning and experimentation seriously with Hack Days every second Friday, and entire global Hack Weeks.

🌈 Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced

📚 A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2,000 for attending conferences and/or advancing your career through further education

🚀 Enrollment onto our VSOP program: You will own a stake in SumUp’s future success

💶 A corporate pension scheme where we match up to 20% of your contributions

🔄 30 Days Sabbatical: Enjoy the unique opportunity to take a well-deserved break with our 30 days sabbatical benefit after completing 3 years of employment with SumUp

🔗 Referral Bonus: Earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team

🚵🏾‍♂️ Numerous other benefits such as Urban Sports Club subsidy, Kita placement assistance, relocation assistance, subsidised office lunches

About us:

Be empowered to do more that matters.

At SumUp, we're on a mission to empower small businesses across the globe by providing simple and affordable tools that allow them to thrive. Today, over 4 million businesses in 36 markets rely on SumUp as their financial partner to manage payments, finance and customer relationships.

Our commitment to small businesses is reflected in our diverse team of over 3,000 SumUppers from over 90 nationalities, united by global collaboration and an innovative mindset. Our core values lay the foundation for who we are and what we stand for, shaping our work culture and driving our success. We foster inclusivity and a continuous learning culture, providing a safe space for personal and professional growth. Our differences make us unique and strong as we strive to create an environment where everyone belongs and feels supported, no matter how they identify. 

SumUp is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, actively seeking and embracing diversity in our workforce. We don't make hiring or employment decisions based on race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. Our commitment extends beyond recruitment to creating a safe and respectful workplace where harassment of any form is strictly prohibited.

Explore career opportunities with us and join a team driven by collaboration, innovation, and a shared vision of creating a world where everyone can build a thriving business. Discover more about our vibrant and inclusive work culture and how we work on our careers website, and follow our journey on LinkedIn and Instagram.

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