Job Description
Bending Spoons is offering a high-impact Software Engineer Internship for individuals passionate about creating scalable software products and growing rapidly in a challenging, fast-paced environment. As part of a talented engineering team, you’ll work on meaningful projects that directly affect the business and product landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- Work Across Tech Stacks: Gain hands-on experience with a variety of modern tools and frameworks. You’ll work with different architectures and protocols such as monolithic and microservices, REST and gRPC APIs, Docker and Kubernetes.
- Build Scalable Products: Take ownership from ideation to production. You’ll contribute to product development from the ground up and see your code in action at scale.
- Simplify Systems: Write maintainable, efficient code and help simplify systems by eliminating unnecessary processes and building minimalist, scalable architectures.
- Contribute Beyond Code: Collaborate across functions, influence product direction, and help build internal tools or optimize pipelines to increase overall development efficiency.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong problem-solving ability and structured thinking.
- High drive and ambition with a deep sense of responsibility.
- Excellent teamwork, honesty, and willingness to support others.
- Fluency in English (spoken and written).
- Availability for at least 20 hours per week (full-time preferred).
Technical Skills Required: Python, Rust, Docker, Kubernetes, REST API, gRPC, Microservices, Monolithic Architecture, CI/CD, Software Architecture, Problem Solving, System Design
Why Join Us
- Elite Teams: Work with small, focused, high-performing teams.
- Exceptional Growth: Early-career professionals lead high-impact projects and products worth hundreds of millions of dollars.
- Top-Tier Compensation: Starting salary of £66,779 (UK) / €63,965 (Europe) with growth potential up to £149,636 or €143,330, depending on experience.
- Equity Opportunities: Receive part of your compensation in company equity at a discounted rate.
- Flexible Work Conditions: Remote work, flexible hours, and unlimited support for personal development and training.
- Relocation Benefits: Comprehensive relocation packages including potential 50% tax cuts if moving to Italy.
- Additional Perks: Premium health insurance, generous parental leave, yearly team retreats, and much more.
Selection Process
- Initial screening
- Problem-solving assessments
- Multiple interview rounds
Important Notes
- Bending Spoons values potential over perfection. If you believe you’re a good fit and can grow into the role, you’re encouraged to apply even if your profile isn’t a perfect match.
- The company is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply directly through the official careers page of Bending Spoons. Early applications are encouraged due to the competitive nature of the program.
