Intern, Java Engineer

Bitpanda; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

25 days annual leave

Udemy courses access

OpenUP mental wellbeing

Stock option plan

Job summary

Bitpanda is offering an internship as a Java Engineer in its Payments team in Vienna. You will contribute to the payments roadmap under guidance from senior engineers, gaining hands-on experience with Java microservices in a high-impact domain.

The six-month program runs from February 1, 2027, with a hybrid work model and ample learning opportunities, including exposure to real-world, production-grade systems and the fintech stack.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience or coursework in Java programming.
• Understanding of microservices and databases.
• Commitment to writing tests and quality code.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Build production-grade Java backend services and microservices for payments.
• Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and QA to refine requirements.
• Learn modern design patterns, microservice architectures, and automated testing.
• Contribute to high-responsibility payments projects impacting end users.

Skills

Early-stage engineer

Java enthusiast

Architecture aware

Quality & best practices advocate

Eager team player

Education

Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Java

Relational databases

Message queues

Job description

We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we’re here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want — with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 7 million customers, making us one of Europe’s safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.

Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, “roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen” kind of people. It’s these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you’re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let’s go!

Your mission

As an Intern Java Engineer in our Payments team, you will support the delivery of Bitpanda's payments roadmap. Working alongside a highly experienced team of engineers, you will gain hands‑on experience developing features in Java microservices within a critical domain. This role offers a highly supportive environment where your ideas are valued and your growth is accelerated.

Hiring for these positions kicks off in October 2026 for a 6-month, full-time role, starting on February 1, 2027.

What you'll do

• Build production‑grade software: Write clean, testable Java code to develop core backend services and microservices powering our payments engine.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally: Work alongside senior engineers, product managers, and QA to refine requirements and deliver reliable features.
• Master engineering standards: Learn modern design patterns, microservice architectures, and automated testing methodologies in a fast‑paced environment.
• Make a real impact: Learn by doing hands‑on development on active, high‑responsibility payments projects that directly affect our end users.

Who you are

• Early‑stage engineer: You are kicking off your software engineering career with foundational knowledge in Computer Science or a related technical discipline.
• Java enthusiast: You have built personal projects, completed coursework, or gained practical proficiency programming in Java.
• Architecture aware: You possess a solid understanding of microservice concepts, relational databases, and message queues.
• Quality & best practices advocate: You care about writing clean, maintainable, and well‑tested code through unit and integration testing.
• Eager team player: You bring great communication skills, a strong work ethic, and excitement to learn from senior engineers while growing in the fintech world.

What’s in it for you

• Flexibility to work where you thrive – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice.
• Reward for your impact – Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay‑for‑impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan.
• Support for your mental wellbeing – Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP.
• Time to recharge – On top of your standard annual leave, prioritise your wellbeing in 2027 with 3 additional days of paid time off to rest, reset, and recharge, available once you’ve been with us for 6 months.
• Continuous learning and growth – Grow your skills and stay ahead in your career with unlimited access to Udemy’s library of online courses at your own pace.
• Exclusive perks and rewards – Enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks from partners worldwide across lifestyle, wellness, tech, and travel.
• Support during life milestones – Take advantage of up to 8 additional weeks of gender‑neutral new parent leave to welcome and bond with your new addition to the family.
• Fuel and focus on‑site – Pandas in Vienna, Bucharest, Barcelona, and Berlin can enjoy free onsite dining, with freshly prepared lunches and snacks to keep you fueled and focused all day long.
• Recognition for your contributions – Celebrate milestones and achievements with recognition and rewards for your Tenure at Bitpanda.
• Show your Bitpanda pride – Access exclusive Bitpanda‑branded merchandise and gear to represent.
• Connect and celebrate with your team – Join unforgettable company events, from our Winter Party in Vienna to gatherings worldwide, fostering fun, connection, and celebration

.…and even more location‑specific benefits designed to make life at Bitpanda even more rewarding wherever you are.

Above all, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda’s incredible journey towards being Europe’s future #1 investment platform.

Bitpanda is committed to fostering a fair and equal environment based on trust and mutual respect. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success and we are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

* These benefits may be adjusted at Bitpanda’s discretion and do not apply to our internships and exceptions to our Hybrid Working policy apply to teams with shift schedules or for folks whose roles require them to be in‑office (think: Workplaces team or IT).