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CV/Resume

Tell us why you'd like to work in this role, why you'd like to do it at Bending Spoons, and why you think you'd be an excellent fit for both.

Why do you want this job? [Mandatory]

Why do you want this job?

Source - SE

How did you learn about the job?

Area of interest (Junior)

What areas are you interested in?

Preferred work location [Mandatory]

Where would you like to work?

What’s your gender identity?

Where do you live? [Optional]

Where do you live?

With 90 million active users and half a billion total downloads, Bending Spoons is one of Europe’s leading app developers. But we won’t rest on our laurels: Our sights are set on becoming the world’s best. That’s where you come in. Our bright, innovative, and collaborative software engineers are at the core of our ambitious mission—and we’re always seeking to add exceptional junior engineers to our team. We’re searching for stand-out candidates who want to work in—and learn tons about—one of the following fields: - Mobile development (Android, iOS) - Backend development - Cybersecurity and infrastructure engineering - Web development Don’t worry if you’re not sure what area you’d like to work in just yet: We can take the time to chat about your interests and work out what’s likely to be the best fit for you. And when you apply for a job at Bending Spoons, we consider you for every suitable open position.

Junior software engineer (old)

Milan (Italy)

You’re able to objectively evaluate complex information, arguments, and situations. You’re used to applying logical deduction to tackle sophisticated problems, and this has often allowed you to solve difficult intellectual challenges.

Logical-analytical abilities

Your dedication matches the intensity of your ambition. You’re willing to put in the hard work necessary to achieve your goals, and the highly demanding challenges in your track record are proof of your relentless spirit.

Drive

You have a genuine love for the field. You investigate the subject extensively and are always up to date with the latest developments.

Passion

You’re down to earth, eager to listen to feedback and constructive criticism, and ready to support your team with whatever it needs to succeed.

Humility

You take all the care in the world to develop quality user experiences for your colleagues, go the extra mile to learn what they need, and pore over the details that make the difference.

Attention to detail

Rather than waiting to be told what to do, you’re forever hunting down new opportunities and testing fresh ideas. You’ve consistently and actively participated in independent projects, and you’re an endless source of innovative ideas.

Curiosity and initiative

Far from being too academic or obsessive in your perfectionism, you understand that speed is often as important as quality when getting things done in a competitive world.

Pragmatism

You read, write, and speak proficiently in English.

Proficiency in English

If you pass our screening, we’ll ask you to take on a few tests that assess how you approach unfamiliar problems. If you’re successful with those, we’ll invite you to a series of interviews.

Bending Spoons is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We consider for employment any applicant and we provide reasonable accommodations for an applicant with disabilities, which can be requested through <a href="https://bndspn.com/job-accommodation-request-form" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this form</a>.

Studies suggest that women tend not to apply for a job if their CV isn’t a perfect fit. Here, talent takes precedence over experience. So if you like the role and think you could be awesome at it in time, go ahead and apply.

The selection process (all roles)

Be the owner of your effort—from day one, you’re one of the team and fully trusted to take responsibility for your tasks. You’ll have every incentive to make a major impact.

Make a difference

We’re a global company, and your work will have worldwide exposure.

International reach

Learn from (and teach) some of the brightest and most skilled people you’ll ever meet. Your talent is going to blossom here.

Talented, knowledgeable colleagues

We automate most menial tasks, freeing you up to focus your expertise where it can make the biggest impact.

Real impact

From day one, you’ll be one of the team and fully trusted. No micromanagement or clipping your wings—just the freedom and responsibility to do great work.

Flexibility and trust

Spooners get unlimited backing for learning investments, including Italian or English lessons and things like courses, conferences, and books. There’s no permission or approval process—you’re fully trusted to use the company’s resources efficiently.

Continuous education

By joining a fast-growing company on a mission to become one of the world's greatest, it’s an unparalleled opportunity to turbocharge your learning and career prospects.

Unique career opportunity

If you need to relocate for the position, we typically cover reasonable transportation and moving expenses, provide up to three months of temporary accommodation, and help you and your close family members with visa support if necessary.

Relocation package

Spend as much or as little time in our Milan office as you choose. Many Spooners like to change up their environment and get out of the city whenever the mood strikes. You’ve always got the freedom to decide where today’s office is.

Remote working

Our regular hours are 9-6 GMT+1, with remote work allowed within GMT-2 to GMT+3 time zones.

Flexible schedule

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Where would you like to work? [Mandatory] - Used for auto-rejection

Where do you intend to work?

Visa Sponsorship [Mandatory] - Used for auto-rejection

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Please list all your university degrees (including ongoing ones) and provide the corresponding Grade Point Averages (GPA). Use the official grading system if available. If your GPA is unavailable or unknown for a degree, select "N/A" as the grading system.

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Before applying, had you heard of any of the following events organized by Bending Spoons? Please select all that apply.

Where do you plan to work most of the time?

Preferred work location [London, Milan, Remote]

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Is there anything else you’d like us to know?

At Bending Spoons, we’re striving to build one of the all-time great companies. A company that serves a huge number of customers. A company where team members grow to their full potential. A company that functions at unparalleled levels of effectiveness and efficiency. A company that creates value for shareowners at an extraordinary rate. And a company that does so while adhering to high ethical standards. To achieve this objective, we execute the following strategy: We acquire a digital business with untapped potential and make it as successful as we can by leveraging our platform—which comprises our expertise, technologies, data, brand, talents, and company culture. Then, we invest the proceeds into making our platform more powerful, and into acquiring new businesses. Thus, our strategy sees us combine an investor’s attention to capital allocation with the hands-on approach of an operator. For a talented, driven, and collaborative individual, working at Bending Spoons is an opportunity to learn, make an impact, and progress their career at an exceptionally high rate. That’s our promise to such a candidate.

Privacy counsel

London (UK)

Given the necessary knowledge, you can solve complex problems. You think from first principles, and structure your ideas sharply. You resist the influence of biases. You identify and take care of the details that matter.

Reasoning ability

You’re extremely ambitious in everything you do—and your initiative, effort, and tenacity match the intensity of your ambition. You feel deeply responsible for your work. You hold yourself to a high—and rising—bar.

You give generously and without the expectation of receiving in return. You support the best idea, not your idea. You're always happy to get your hands dirty to help your team. You’re reliable, honest, and transparent.

Team spirit

You’ll work in small, result-oriented, autonomous teams alongside some of the brightest people in your field.

Incredibly talented, entrepreneurial teams