This program is designed for junior software engineers who wish to boost their careers by following an unconventional and particularly demanding growth path. Success will require, among other things, a "get things done" attitude, an exceptional sense of ownership, and a thorough understanding of fundamental engineering principles.You may end up working in mobile development (Android, iOS), backend, cybersecurity and infrastructure, or AI engineering.No formal work experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for talented software engineers who are still in the early stages of their careers. As we expect participants to understand complex concepts and make meaningful contributions within a limited timeframe, a commitment to working ambitiously to exceed our standards is absolutely essential. We offer a salary of €105,737 along with a €1,200 welfare bonus.
A few examples of your responsibilitiesAdopt a proactive attitude in tackling and solving exceptional engineering challenges, contributing to product development and product roadmapping, and taking full ownership of the projects you work on.Learn about the latest technologies, testing the promising ones to make sure we don't miss out on game-changing opportunities to boost our productivity and the quality of our work.Work with our other software engineers to constantly expand our set of libraries and relentlessly optimize our processes.Systematically improve the quality of our products, tools, or infrastructures by fixing bugs and refactoring the code base wherever necessary.What we look for Indisputable excellence. Your academic or professional career is marked by a series of remarkable accomplishments. You have habitually achieved superior outcomes in your chosen fields and are continually seeking ways to outperform the expectations set for you. Logical-analytical abilities. You're able to objectively evaluate complex information, arguments, and situations. You're used to applying logical deduction to tackle sophisticated problems, and this has often allowed you to solve difficult intellectual challenges. Drive. Your dedication matches the intensity of your ambition. You're willing to put in the hard work necessary to achieve your goals, and the highly demanding challenges in your track record are proof of your relentless spirit. Passion. You have a genuine love for the field. You investigate the subject extensively and are always up to date with the latest developments. Willingness to learn. We use Python for backend, and Swift and Kotlin for mobile. But it's not a problem if you have little or no experience with them, as long as you're enthusiastic about learning. We'd be happy to teach you! Proficiency in English. You read, write, and speak proficiently in English.What we offer Competitive salary and stock options. Our compensation packages are designed to attract and retain the best talent in the industry. Individuals just starting their career are offered a salary of €105,737 along with a €1,200 welfare bonus. Compensation can grow rapidly as the individual accumulates experience and translates it into greater and greater impact. You also have the option to receive some of your pay in company ownership (equity) at a discounted rate. Also, Italy grants individuals willing to relocate a 50% tax exemption on Italian-sourced income. An exceptional opportunity for growth. The majority of new Spooners didn't expect to be trusted with so many responsibilities right from the start—and to be able to leverage them to explore the full extent of their potential. You'll immediately start working in small, results-driven teams alongside some of the brightest people in your field. You'll see Spooners in their 20s leading businesses worth hundreds of millions. And if you've got what it takes, you'll soon be playing an essential role in major projects. We also do everything we can to offer a comprehensive spectrum of learning opportunities. Nothing but your drive, passion, and talent will determine how much and how fast you can grow. Unique engineering training. We pride ourselves on helping software engineers develop a well-rounded skill set: From time to time, you'll change projects and teams, broadening your skill set and helping keep things fresh. It's a steep learning curve—we bet you can't imagine how much you'll have learned a year from now. All. These. Benefits. Flexible hours, unrestricted remote working from European timezones, unlimited backing for learning and training, top-of-the-market health insurance, a highly supportive relocation package, generous parental support, and yearly retreats to stunning locations. We encourage Spooners to use these benefits and many more to create the conditions to do their best work.Before you applyThanks for taking the time to read this far. We'd be delighted if you decide to apply, but ask that you first consider the following:
Bending Spoons is an extremely demanding environment. We're highly ambitious and we ask a lot of ourselves and our teammates, so you're likely to work harder here than at most companies, and to regularly push yourself beyond your comfort zone. While this tends to drive tremendous learning and lead to fantastic achievements, it can also be stressful.
We're uncompromising on our standard of excellence. The vast majority of Spooners stay for years and have amazing careers here. However, it can also happen that an individual doesn't contribute at the rate we look for. In such cases, we support the Spooner in their efforts to make the necessary improvements, but will counsel them to leave if they don't manage to do so.
We're proud of the company we've built, and many of us can't imagine working anywhere else. Still, we understand that a career at Bending Spoons isn't for everybody. We hope what you've read here helps you determine whether it might be the place for you. If you believe it is, then we encourage you to apply—and perhaps discover what you're truly capable of!
The selection process If you successfully pass through our screening process, we'll invite you to take on a few tests that assess how you approach and solve unfamiliar problems. If you're successful there, we'll invite you to take part in some interviews. We welcome applications in English and Italian.Bending Spoons is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We consider for employment all applicants and we provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, which can be requested at ****** .Studies suggest that women tend not to apply for a job if their CV isn't a perfect fit. Here, we look for talent and potential—not just experience and expertise. So if you like the role and think you could be awesome at it, go ahead and apply.
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