Location: Utrecht
Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)
Salary: 3500 – 4000 EUR/month
Company: Leading FinTech Saas Company
Type: Hybrid (1 day in the office per week)

About the company:
A leading FinTech SaaS company, established in 2016, with approximately 65 employees and backed by significant investors. Known for its innovative payment solutions, is expanding rapidly within Europe. They started in the Netherlands and are now rolling out their products to the UK and other EU countries.

About the Role:
As a Junior Java Developer, you will join one of our autonomous, agile development teams dedicated to reducing financial fraud through innovative technology. Your primary responsibilities include the development and maintenance of our key products and services, using Java and Kotlin within an AWS-hosted infrastructure. You will contribute to our mission of ensuring secure and accurate payments, directly impacting the prevention of fraud and misdirected payments. So not only will you work on your coding skills and passion, but you’ll also have a positive impact on society!

Key Responsibilities:

Work within an Agile environment, participating in sprints to deliver high-quality software solutions.
Develop and maintain various products, including our core name-matching algorithm, APIs, and customer portal.
Collaborate with Developers, DevOps Engineers, and a Product Owner to ensure excellence in algorithm performance and system availability.
Work on Bank and Corporate API’s, the customer portal and the UK payment solution.

Requirements:

Master’s degree in a technical field (Computer Science, Informatics, ….). (Bachelor degrees may also be accepted depending on experience)
Working student experience is a bonus, preferably with Java.
Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
Proactive, inventive, inquisitive, and positively critical mindset.
Experience with AWS and/or Python are advantageous.
Good grades throughout your study program.

What we offer:

A challenging role within an innovative and dynamic team committed to FinTech solutions.
The opportunity to have a direct impact on fraud detection systems.
Hybrid working hours with the possibility of remote working, 2/3 days in the office is most common.
Become part of the ‘From MSc to Master of Code’ program by CodeHive (more details are given below).
Excellent salary in the range of €3500 – €4000/month.
A challenging and varied role with significant responsibility and an international dimension.
Access to senior developers who are looking forward to coaching you.

Company Culture:
Their core values include Care, Building Together, Thinking Forward, and Being Responsible. They promote a supportive and inclusive environment where all team members can be their authentic selves, working together towards our shared mission of safer payments.

From MSc to Master of Code Program:
At CodeHive, we understand that the transition from university to the professional world can be challenging. That’s why we created the From MSc to Master of Code program, designed to give you the technical and personal support you need to thrive in your career as a Junior Java Developer.

Customized Training Program: We tailor a unique training path to meet your individual needs and career goals, ensuring your skills align with your aspirations.
40 Training Hours & Expert Coaching: Receive 40 hours of dedicated training alongside coaching from an industry professional with over 10 years of Ruby experience. You’ll also benefit from a €3000 coaching budget to support your growth.
Regular Evaluations & Progress Tracking: We hold evaluation meetings every three months with you and your SCOR (Senior CodeHive Representative) to assess your progress and ensure you’re on track for success.
Access to Online Learning: You’ll have access to Pluralsight, a leading online learning platform, to continue developing your technical skills on-demand.

With this program, you’ll not only hone your technical skills but also develop the soft skills needed to excel in your role and progress in your career. We are committed to helping you become a highly skilled Java Developer through personalized training, expert mentorship, and a structured growth plan.

Detachment Details:
In your first year, you will be employed by CodeHive, and we will place you at the client company. This means you will be part of both the CodeHive team and the client company’s team. Through CodeHive, you can attend events, meetings, and courses to enhance your professional skills and expand your network. After 1 or 2 years, you have the option to join the client company permanently, provided it is a mutual fit, allowing you to explore career opportunities while gaining clarity on your path post-graduation.

Junior Java Developer 2.0