Junior Backend Engineer (golang) - Payments Tribe

SumUp

Sofia, Bulgaria
Not specified; benefits: €2,000 annual l&d budget;...
On-site
Experience or strong interest in go (golang)
Backend programming experience with rest apis
Understanding of sql and/or nosql databases
SumUp is seeking a Junior Backend Engineer proficient in Go to join their Payments Processing team in Sofia, Bulgaria. This role offers mentorship and opportunities to work on impactful projects within a dynamic fintech environment

Job Summary

  • This role offers a structured, mentorship-driven environment designed to set you up for long-term success within the Payments Processing domain.
  • You will build and maintain Go-based backend microservices while working on strategic initiatives like card recognition improvements and smart transaction routing.
  • The company provides a €2,000 annual L&D budget, 25 days of paid leave, and a 1-month sabbatical every 3 years.

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SumUp is seeking a Junior Backend Engineer proficient in Go to join their Payments Processing team in Sofia, Bulgaria. This role offers mentorship and opportunities to work on impactful projects within a dynamic fintech environment.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: €2,000 annual L&D budget; 25 days paid leave; 1-month sabbatical every 3 years; health/life insurance; Multisport cards

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience or strong interest in Go (Golang)
  • Backend programming experience with REST APIs
  • Understanding of SQL and/or NoSQL databases
  • Familiarity with event-driven architectures using Kafka
  • Collaborative nature open to feedback

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with AWS, Kubernetes, or Docker
  • Exposure to Elixir or functional programming languages
  • Background in fintech or payments industry
  • Contributions to open-source Go projects
  • Ability to learn multiple tech stacks including Java

Key Requirements

  • Right to work in Bulgaria required
  • No visa sponsorship or relocation support available

Work Rights

Must have right to work in Bulgaria

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