Junior Back-End Engineer

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For our Partner Catawiki we are looking for Junior Back-End Engineer with interest in:

• Software development
• Software Engineering

Are you ready to join an exciting journey with a fast-growing, innovative company? At Catawiki, we’re building the most visited online curated marketplace for special objects. Our engineering team is committed to crafting exceptional experiences for our users by developing world-class products across search & discovery, bidding, curation, logistics, payments, and support.

As a Junior Software Engineer, you’ll contribute to enhancing our platform, working on high-scale systems that handle 75,000 weekly auctions and over 10 million visitors per month. You’ll have the opportunity to make a visible impact within one of our core verticals: Demand, Supply, or Fulfilment.

What You’ll Do

• Build: Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve scalable microservices in a fully autonomous team.
• Collaborate: Partner with product designers, owners, and engineers (front-end, back-end, and mobile) to develop innovative features and optimize processes.
• Grow: Support our engineering culture by advocating for best practices, fixing bugs, and improving code quality.
• Learn: Experiment with cutting-edge technologies and participate in our Technical Week to foster creativity, innovation, and knowledge-sharing across teams.

Who You Are

We’re seeking passionate, curious, and open-minded engineers ready to take on new challenges and grow with us. Whether you’re new to Ruby or have prior experience with another programming language, your eagerness to learn and contribute is what matters most.

Key Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience in your first full-time job.
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Familiarity with at least one mainstream programming language (Ruby, Python, Go, Java, Scala, Kotlin, etc.) and the desire to learn Ruby.
• Fundamental knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Some experience collaborating in teams, whether in a professional or academic setting.
• Bonus: Knowledge of APIs (e.g., REST, JSON, HTTP, or gRPC).

What Sets You Apart:

• You have a growth mindset, actively seeking opportunities to expand your skillset.
• You’re a team player who thrives in dynamic and diverse environments.
• You take initiative, embrace challenges, and embody our company values.

What We Offer

• Make an Impact: Work at scale in a global organization where your contributions directly affect millions of customers across 80+ categories.
• Learn and Grow: Leverage our Learning & Development programs, including structured mentorship and clear growth paths tailored to your career goals.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a passionate team of 800+ Catawikains from 60+ nationalities. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, queer-friendly, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to thrive.
• Celebrate Moments: Enjoy perks like a €100 Catavoucher upon joining, €50 on your birthday, and extra leave for major life events (weddings, moving, etc.).
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from an additional day off each year to "Pursue Your Passion," plus extended leave to recognize work anniversaries.

Note: Benefits vary by location. Check with your recruiter for specifics in your country.

Who We Are

At Catawiki, we encounter the extraordinary every day – from Daniel Ricciardo’s Formula 1 Car to Lady Gaga’s jumpsuit or a Woolly Mammoth Skeleton. We’re a one-of-a-kind marketplace where buyers and sellers of special objects come together. With over 20 million unique objects sold, we’re well on our way to becoming the world’s most popular destination for special objects.

Our Core Values:

• Taking Ownership: We drive impact in everything we do.
• Embracing Change: We’re open to new ideas and feedback.
• Being Passionate: About our mission and our customers.

If these values resonate with you, we’d love for you to join us in building something truly extraordinary.

Important Notes

• Location: Our office is based in Amsterdam.
• Eligibility: We do not sponsor relocation or visas for this role. Please only apply if you have the legal right to work in the Netherlands.

Ready to Join Us?

Bring your curiosity, passion, and unique perspective to Catawiki, and let’s create something extraordinary together. Apply now and embark on a journey of growth and innovation!

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