Trainee Software Engineer (Fintech)

TL;DR

Trainee Software Engineer (Fintech): Participating in the UpRise Engineering Accelerator Program to build cloud-native microservices for an investment API with an accent on Go, Kubernetes, and Kafka. Focus on developing real-world engineering skills within a secure software development life-cycle while collaborating with senior engineers in Berlin, London, or Tallinn.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Berlin, London, or Tallinn. Must hold the right to work in Germany (for the German location).

Company

hirify.global empowers businesses to offer investment products through a robust, easy-to-integrate Investment API.

What you will do

• Develop cloud-native microservices using Go and TypeScript.
• Work with core infrastructure components including Kubernetes, Kafka, and PostgreSQL.
• Collaborate directly with senior engineering team members on real-world product engineering tasks.
• Apply Secure Software Development Life-Cycle (SDLC) practices.
• Utilize cutting-edge AI tools to improve engineering efficiency.
• Integrate Product Thinking to navigate the complex investment domain.

Requirements

• Must have completed or be currently enrolled in a Computer Science or related degree program.
• Must be eligible for an Industrial Placement Year if applicable.
• Must hold the right to work in Germany.
• Ability to demonstrate programming proficiency and problem-solving through code.
• Track record of achieving or working towards a First or Upper Second-Class degree.

Culture & Benefits

• Structured 12-month educational program with veteran industry mentorship.
• Personalized mental health and leadership support via Nilo.
• Access to the Up&Comers club for networking and early-career professional development.
• Participation in company-wide events like summer UpFest and holiday parties.
• Inclusive environment with support groups like Upfem and UpVergent.