Junior Backend Developer

Role Description:As a Junior Backend Developer, you will become part of a successful international team, that aids in the creation and maintenance of complex financial software. This includes partnering with other developers, testers, application support engineers, and infrastructure automation engineers to ensure a smooth development and operational pipeline. This role focuses on Python backend development.The team is based in Sofia and is composed of between 5 to 10 ppl, split between QAs and Devs. We value logical thinking and persistent problem-solving over familiarity or experience with specific frameworks.Why you will love working with us:Strong and resourceful company, but start-up like environment – HedgeServ is a well-established corporation with $450+ billons asset under administration and more than 1600 employees worldwide. Yet the development team is divided into independent, small, agile and cohesive teams.Working with smart people on challenging problems – due to the complex nature of the product, new technical and algorithmic challenges occur every day; therefore, you will work with smart people to tackle those as a team. You will be part of a strong united team that has open communication and works together to solve problems and share knowledge.Your opinion matters – company respects everyone’s opinion and your brilliant ideas will be heard, and you can actually make a change in a successful international company.We value quality code – we strongly believe in unit, integration and acceptance testing, conforming to best development practices, striving for great quality and performance. Business is supportive of development quality and allow capacity for refactoring, improvement and innovation.Innovate and own your solutions – you will have the opportunity to translate requirements into code, going through the whole development cycle. This will include improving a highly profitable financial application, as well as working on green field innovative projects.Feel valued - HedgeServ invests in its employees with many company-wide trainings, mentoring programs, sponsoring conference attendances, supporting personal growth, giving access to online courses and books.You can grow with us – HedgeServ is a big company, providing amazing opportunities for growth. Good work and performance are recognized and valued; carreer progression and promotions are based on merit.Requirements:OOP language knowledge, preferably in PythonLogical minded, critical thinking, quick learnerKnowledge of SQLGood written and spoken EnglishNice to have:Degree in Computer Science or equivalentStrong knowledge of Data Structures and algorithmsUnderstanding of version control systems (e.g. Git/SVN)Knowledge of micro services in a distributed environmentBenefits:Attractive compensation package including extensive set of benefits, such as platinum health insurance, sport membership, food vouchers, employee assistance program, etc.25 vacation days per year.Additional vacation days with 1 added for every year in the company (up to 3 additional days).Work from home available.Professional environment with great development opportunities.Tuition reimbursement program (personal budget up to 2000 BGN).Work in a culture that rewards results.