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Software Engineer

Milan, Italy

Thanks to our innovative BuyNow PayLater payment solution, Scalapay is transforming the way more than 6.5 million customers buy online and in-store, empowering 8,000+ merchants (online and in-store) to give their customers magical shopping experiences. 

Being only 3 years old didn’t stop us from becoming a unicorn 🦄 We have raised over $700mln and we did this thanks to a team built around our 4 core values: #MakeItHappen #PlayAsATeam #StayCurious #FocusOnCustomer.

This is where your magic happens. If you love it, Scalapay it ♥

The Mission:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Software Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of development experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Node.js, TypeScript, and React.js, and a deep understanding of both relational and non-relational databases. This role will be integral in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and efficient applications.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain high-quality web applications using Node.js, TypeScript, and React.js.
  • Database Management: Work with both relational (e.g MySQL) and non-relational (e.g., Dynamodb, Redis) databases, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval.
  • Testing: Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and robustness. Experience with frameworks such as Jest, or similar.
  • Framework Utilisation: Leverage modern frameworks like NestJS and Next.js to build scalable and maintainable backend and frontend architectures.
  • Code Review: Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to maintain high code standards.
  • Agile Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment, contributing to sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
  • Performance Optimization: Optimise applications for maximum speed and scalability.
  • Continuous Integration & Deployment: Work with CI/CD tools to automate testing, building, and deployment processes.
  • Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to understand requirements, share knowledge, and deliver high-quality software

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional development experience.
  • Proficiency: Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Node.js, TypeScript, and React.js.
  • Database Skills: Extensive experience with both relational and non-relational databases.
  • Testing: Proven experience in writing unit and integration tests.
  • Frameworks: Experience with frameworks like NestJS and Next.js.
  • Methodologies: Solid experience working with Agile methodologies
  • Version Control: Proficient in using Git for version control.
  • Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and creatively.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Team Player: Ability to work well in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Cloud Experience: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or similar is a plus.
  • DevOps Knowledge: Familiarity with DevOps practices, containerization (Docker)  is a plus.
  • Microservices Architecture: Experience in designing and implementing microservices-based systems.
  • CI/CD Tools: Experience with CI/CD tools like Buildkite or similar.

Why you should join Scalapay:

  • Attractive packages based on skills and experience - the salary band we have for this position is 40’000€-50’000€ (Gross Annual Base)
  • International environment with significant challenges to be met every day
  • Lots of opportunities to work with a team of industry tech leaders who are focused on delivering products that offer exceptional user experiences
  • Personalised support to accelerate your professional growth and take ownership of the products you deliver: we want to help you grow!
  • Latest technologies and being encouraged to bring your flair to the role.

Recruitment Process:

  1. A quick chat with one of our Talent Acquisition team members
  2. The first interview with the Hiring Manager to dive deep into your experiences and better understand your motivation
  3. A case study to test your hard skills
  4. A final chat with Simone, our CEO

Want to learn more? Don't hesitate to explore our Careers website, our LinkedIn and Glassdoor pages. 

Pro tip: send your CV in English 😉

Super Pro tip: we know that application processes can be scary and frustrating but… we look for talent, not people that tick all our boxes.

We believe in the power of diversity: Scalapay is an Equal Opportunity Employer for any minority, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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We have a hybrid work model where we ask colleagues to come to the office 3 days a week