Junior Software Engineer (Node.js / React)
Prague, Czech Republic
Hybrid
Full-time
The Role
Our product development team is looking for a Junior Engineer who brings creative thinking, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to help us build exceptional web and mobile applications for our startup clients.
The product you will be working on is a long-term, hugely successful US-based FinTech product that counts Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Bank of America as clients, processing over USD$50 billion in transactions to date. You will be joining a high-performing team consisting of a Tech Lead, Product Manager, Designer and other experienced engineers, working as part of a wider team of ~50 in Prague. You will contribute to both front-end and back-end development, helping our clients' startups achieve their goals.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to learn new technologies and grow within an innovative environment while delivering impactful solutions. If you’re excited about making a difference in the tech industry, we’d love to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with senior developers to design, develop, and maintain web applications
- Contribute to both front-end (React) and back-end (Node.js) development
- Implement features based on user stories and technical specifications
- Participate in code reviews, team meetings, and project planning sessions
- Actively learn and explore new technologies and frameworks
- Solve problems analytically and work proactively on challenges
Skills & Requirements
- Proficient in English
- Experience with JavaScript - Knowledge of React for front-end or Node.js for back-end, gained through projects, internships, or academic experience
- Basic knowledge of TypeScript and CSS
- Ability to understand and propose solutions for simple algorithmic problems
- A curious mindset with a strong desire to learn new technologies
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, able to break down challenges and approach them proactively
- Desire to work in the office at least 3 days per week
Tech Stack
- TypeScript
- Node.js
- React + Next.js
- React Native
- GraphQL, tRPC
- Material UI
- Playwright
- Google Cloud Platform
Note: You don’t need experience with all the above technologies as we are happy to upskill in certain areas. For a detailed overview of the technologies we use, please visit the LINK.
Our Projects
We’ve built over 40 successful products. Here are a few from our portfolio:
Benefits
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid working environment
- 25 vacation days + 1 birthday day off + 1 additional day for every year working with OAK’S LAB (capped at 30 days)
- Top-of-the-line MacBook and hardware budget
- Budget to spend on your growth (books, courses, conferences)
- Free English lessons
- Opportunity for a bonus gained from investments in our startup partners
- Team bonding, happy hours, online games, annual offsite trips
- Outside of work activity clubs (yoga, traveling, football, tennis, etc.)
- Snacks and drinks in the office, weekly pizza, monthly breakfast
- Landmark office right on Old Town Square (dog-friendly)
Apply for
Junior Software Engineer (Node.js / React)
Location
Prague, Czech Republic
Type of employment
Full-time
What to expect after applying with us:
01
Application review
Our recruiters will review your application thoroughly.
02
Initial interview
Relevant applicants will be invited to an initial interview with us.
03
Interview stages
If the role is a good fit, you will be passed to the next stages.
04
Offer
Offer will be made to the successful candidate.
About us
OAK'S LAB is a place where talented individuals come together to achieve great outcomes.
Our approach
Every team member is positioned to be highly impactful and to influence the success of the product they’re building.
Our environment
We operate in an ambitious environment, where you’ll be surrounded by driven people who are all working towards a bold, shared purpose.