Early-Career Software Engineering - Accelerator Program

As part of an Edge squad, you'll work alongside experienced engineers, data scientists, and product managers to:

• Build end-to-end product features for SumUp Edge - from backend APIs, data pipelines, to user-facing services.
• Integrate with core SumUp systems, databases, and internal tooling
• Write clean, testable, well-documented code following team standards
• Participate fully in team rituals: planning, technical discussions, code reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Learn and apply engineering best practices across software development, AI systems, and UI/UX design.
• Take ownership, iterate quickly on ideas and prototypes, and learn by shipping real features.

Your work will directly shape how millions of small businesses operate.

Mentorship, Growth & Career Path

The Accelerator is designed for fast learning and real impact, preparing you with the skills and experience needed to succeed in a long-term role at SumUp.

• Primary mentor for every participant
• Weekly check-ins focused on delivery, feedback, and growth
• Hands-on learning through real production challenges, not simulations
• Work as a full contributing engineer with support to grow confidently

Do you have experience in iOS?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Are a recent graduate (Bachelor's or Master's), final year student, or early-career professional (0-2 years' experience) in Computer Science / Software Engineering or related fields.

• Understand data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming.
• Have hands-on experience with at least one modern language (Python,Java, JavaScript, or Go preferred) and experience.
• Are familiar with Git and collaborative workflows (branches, pull requests)
• Understanding of client-server architecture and HTTP fundamentals.
• Awareness of RDBMS concepts, able to write simple SQL queries, and understands how data is structured and accessed.
• Write clean, functional code and actively seek feedback for improvement.
• Are curious about AI, data, and how technology creates real merchant value
• Learn fast, welcome feedback, and enjoy working in collaborative cross-functional teams.

Paid Internship: 3466€ per month gross, and a significant increase if offered a full-time role at the end of the program.

You'll have access to many other benefits, such as discount platforms and transport ticket/mobility options.

Duration: 3 months (initial) + 9 months (extension). Continued participation in the 12-month program is subject to a performance review at the end of the first 3-month voluntary term.