Software Development Working Student, Ratepay
German Speaker
Buy-now-pay-later payment solution
Job no longer available
Buy-now-pay-later payment solution
201-500 employees
Job no longer available
201-500 employees
Company mission
To offer customisable payment solutions for large online retailers and marketplaces.
Role
Who you are
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in any technology-related field. Students in computer science, software engineering, information technology, or similar fields are preferred but not required
- Proficient in HTML and CSS
- Familiarity with email client compatibility and responsive design principles
- Fluency in German (both written and spoken) is required
- Good command of English for internal communication
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify areas for improvement in existing templates
- Capable of conducting thorough analysis and providing actionable recommendations
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Open to feedback and eager to learn from senior engineers
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively support and consult with stakeholders
- Ability to manage time effectively and work independently on assigned tasks
- Willingness to learn new tools and technologies as required by the team
What the job involves
- We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented working student to join our software engineering team
- This role focuses on managing and optimizing our HTML-based email templates. You will collaborate with a team of senior Java and Kotlin engineers to ensure the email templates are efficient, effective, and up-to-date
- Develop and maintain HTML-based email templates used for various communications
- Ensure the templates adhere to the latest design standards and are responsive across different devices
- Analyze and understand the code snippets (e.g., CSS) embedded within the email templates
- Make necessary modifications or optimizations to improve template performance
- Review the email templates written in German to ensure they are linguistically and technically accurate
- Suggest improvements to enhance clarity, consistency, and readability
- Review the current inventory of email templates
- Provide insights and suggestions on reducing the total number of templates by identifying redundancies or combining similar templates
- Work closely with a team of experienced Java and Kotlin engineers to implement the necessary changes
- Gain hands-on experience and mentorship in software engineering best practices
- Assist and advise stakeholders such as Account Management and Product Management with email template changes
- Ensure stakeholder requests are understood and implemented efficiently while maintaining template quality and consistency
Our take
The rise of eCommerce has increased the demand for flexible and reliable payment solutions. Consumers seek convenience and security in online transactions, while merchants need systems that enhance customer loyalty. Traditional payment methods often fail to meet these expectations, leading to lost sales and customer dissatisfaction.
Ratepay addresses this problem by offering "Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) solutions. Its white-label payment system integrates into merchants' online shops, allowing customers to make purchases on account, in instalments, or via direct debit without leaving the brand's site.
Supported by a robust infrastructure and a commitment to customised solutions, Ratepay has become a leader in the BNPL market. And its successful collaborations with various eCommerce platforms and financial service providers position it well for continued growth.
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Company
Company HQ
Kreuzberg, Berlin, Germany
Leadership
Miriam Wohlfarth
(Founder)Founder and Co-CEO of Banxware as well as a Board Member at Freenet, 42 Heirloom, Mercedes-Benz Automobility, Talentsconnect, and the German Startups Association.
Sabrina Flunkert
(CEO & Managing Director)Initially joined Ratepay as Managing Director/CFO, becoming CEO in 2024.
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