Hybrid Junior Software Engineer – Data Products

at Yapily

• Job title: Junior Software Engineer – Data Products
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Airflow, AWS, Azure, BigQuery, Cloud, Docker, ETL, Google Cloud Platform, Java, Kafka, Microservices, NoSQL, Python, Spark, SQL, Terraform
• Location requirements: Hybrid, London, United Kingdom

About the role

• Junior Software Engineer supporting data pipelines and API development at Yapily. Participating in cross-functional collaborations to enhance data systems and engineering processes.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Data Pipelines: Assisting in the design and maintenance of scalable data ingestion and processing systems using ETL/ELT methodologies.
• API Development: Helping build and document APIs that deliver a seamless data experience for internal and external stakeholders.
• Database Operations: Working with SQL and NoSQL databases, helping to optimize schemas and write efficient queries to support high-volume transactions.
• Cloud Resource Management: Learning to deploy and maintain software utilizing GCP services such as Pub/Sub, BigQuery, Cloud Storage
• Billing Infrastructure Support: Contributing to a reliable billing architecture within an event-driven environment.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partnering with BI, infrastructure, and product teams to understand data requirements and deliver technical solutions.
• Quality & Monitoring: Participating in testing, monitoring, and logging practices to ensure system resilience.
• Continuous Learning: Engaging in code reviews and agile ceremonies to rapidly level up your technical skills and product knowledge.

Requirements

• Supporting Data Pipelines: Assisting in the design and maintenance of scalable data ingestion and processing systems using ETL/ELT methodologies.
• API Development: Helping build and document APIs that deliver a seamless data experience for internal and external stakeholders.
• Database Operations: Working with SQL and NoSQL databases, helping to optimize schemas and write efficient queries to support high-volume transactions.
• Cloud Resource Management: Learning to deploy and maintain software utilizing GCP services such as Pub/Sub, BigQuery, Cloud Storage
• Billing Infrastructure Support: Contributing to a reliable billing architecture within an event-driven environment.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partnering with BI, infrastructure, and product teams to understand data requirements and deliver technical solutions.
• Quality & Monitoring: Participating in testing, monitoring, and logging practices to ensure system resilience.
• Continuous Learning: Engaging in code reviews and agile ceremonies to rapidly level up your technical skills and product knowledge.
• Java Foundation: 1–2 years of experience (including internships or intensive projects) in Java development.
• Database Basics: Academic or professional exposure to SQL; you should be comfortable writing queries and understand basic schema design.
• Version Control: Familiarity with Git and a basic understanding of CI/CD concepts.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: A proactive approach to debugging and a genuine curiosity about how data flows through a system.
• API Awareness: Basic understanding of REST APIs and how microservices communicate.
• Educational Background: A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Python/Shell: Basic knowledge for scripting or data automation.
• Cloud Exposure: Any experience with GCP, AWS, or Azure (Cloud certifications are a plus!).
• Containerization: Familiarity with Docker or the concept of containerized applications.
• Data Tools: Exposure to any data processing tools like Airflow, Kafka, or Spark.
• Infrastructure as Code: A desire to learn tools like Terraform.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay & Equity – We offer a great base salary plus equity, so you’ll own a part of what we’re building together.
• Generous Time Off – Enjoy 25 days of holiday each year (plus bank holidays if you’re in the UK), and earn an extra day each year after your first, up to 5 more!
• Hybrid Working – Life’s about balance. you can work from home up to 3 days a week, eligibility criteria applies.
• Nomad Working – Feel like a change of scenery? Work from anywhere for up to 30 days each year.
• Family First – We offer enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave because your family matters
• Private Medical Insurance – You’ll get top-notch cover through BUPA, because your health is a priority.
• Mental Health Support – Access personalised mental wellness support through our award-winning partner.
• Future-Ready Perks – Including a solid company pension, life assurance, and income protection.
• Learn & Grow – A £200 annual budget for learning and personal development. Invest in you!
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Commute the healthy way with support from our cycle to work programme.
• Refer a Friend – Bring someone great onboard and earn £1,000 with our referral scheme.
• Team Vibes – Monthly socials, team lunches, and a budget to hang out and have fun (yes, pizza included 🍕).
• Office Snacks & Doggies – Daily snacks to keep you going, and yes – we’re proudly a dog-friendly office 🐾.