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Junior Software Engineer, Custody Value Stream (80-100%)

Sygnum is seeking a Junior Software Engineer for its Custody Value Stream team in Zurich to help develop secure, scalable, and innovative solutions for digital asset management services. The ideal candidate is passionate about developing backend services, has a collaborative attitude, and values quality and security.

Tasks

The main tasks include:
  • Active participation in the development of new features and improvements by writing and reviewing high-quality, secure code with comprehensive test coverage.
  • Continuous improvement of application quality and security, identification of existing technical debt, and creation of plans for remediation
  • Prompt and efficient response to production incidents, collaboration with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and restore service continuity
  • Collaborate with platform engineers to improve CICD pipelines and optimize release processes
  • Collaborate with SRE engineers and solution architects to optimize application availability, resilience, and observability.

Requirements

Our ideal candidate:
  • is passionate about building scalable backend services using the latest industry standards
  • has a cooperative and growth-oriented attitude
  • Emphasizes quality and security and integrates these aspects into the software development life cycle.
  • is familiar with the entire development phase, from solution development to application operation in production
  • is proactive and motivated by new opportunities and challenges

What makes you stand out

You can highlight the following skills and experience:
  • Expert knowledge of Java and/or TypeScript or similar OOP languages
  • Experience in an industry similar to banking or financial markets
  • Good knowledge of software security
  • Good knowledge of algorithms and data structures
  • Knowledge of design patterns and software architecture
  • Expertise in working with IDSRMS
  • Experience with microservices, event-driven architecture, and the ability to implement complex functionalities with high quality and security
  • Experience with distributed systems/Kafka is an advantage
  • Work experience with Docker and containerization
  • Experience with Kubernetes is an advantage
  • Experience with AWS is an advantage

Our offer

We offer the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, global team that is building a trusted connection between traditional and digital assets. Working with us, you will experience a fast-paced, exciting work environment that promotes meritocracy and collaboration, as well as open communication. In addition to our ambitious long-term mission, we also celebrate successes and learn openly from our mistakes.

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