Full-Time

Experienced Full-Stack Software Engineer (Web)

Experienced Full-Stack Software Engineer (Web)

Experienced Full-Stack Software Engineer (Web)

Sofia, Bulgaria

Appolica is a product development company that builds tech for next-gen startups. Founded in 2015, we’ve worked with 75+ startups, helping them validate ideas, disrupt markets, and grow into industry leaders. In 2024, we expanded our mission by launching a venture studio, so we can build the next wave of startups from within.

We’re default alive, we stay focused on building products end users love, and we value speed, quick iterations, and meaningful feedback. If interested, you can check out what we do, how we do things, and why you should work here.

We’re looking for a self-starting engineer with a passion for startups and a drive to work in a fast-paced, iterative environment.

If you recognize yourself in the description below, send us your CV in English today! Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. All applications will be treated in strict confidentiality.

What you'll do:

  • Solve real-world problems with a strong focus on the end goal.

  • Take initiative and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.

  • Adapt to the needs of startups and pivot when needed, working closely with a product manager and a product designer.

  • Own the challenges that come with building tech from scratch or enhancing existing platforms.

  • Combine technologies, frameworks, and tools to build effective solutions.

  • Collaborate with other passionate developers across different domains, mentoring team members through code reviews, architectural guidance, and shared best practices.

  • Lead architectural decisions to ensure scalable, maintainable systems.

  • Leverage AI tools to boost productivity and stay at the forefront of emerging trends in building cutting-edge applications.

Your background:

  • 5+ years of working experience in software development (preferably in collaboration with startups)

  • Proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership.

  • Use TypeScript together with at least two of our core frameworks — React.js, Next.js, Node.js, and Nest.js — to develop and maintain scalable applications.

  • Strong communication skills & the ability to work within a cross-functional team.

  • Experience in dynamic, fast-paced environments, with the ability to shift direction and context quickly while maintaining thoughtful prioritization of output and corresponding outcomes.

  • Exposure to DevOps practices for scalable apps — including CI/CD setup and deployment pipelines based on best practices.

  • Any background or interest in mentoring and coaching team members is a strong plus.

  • Solid English skills.

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with AI Models (including LLMs) in a production environment

If you recognize yourself in the description below, send us your CV in English today! Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. All applications will be treated in strict confidentiality.

What we offer

What we offer

What we offer

Launch your own startup

Get the support and resources you need to create a business.

Launch your own startup

Get the support and resources you need to create a business.

Launch your own startup

Get the support and resources you need to create a business.

Equity

Your contributions come with equity opportunities from the startups we grow.

Equity

Your contributions come with equity opportunities from the startups we grow.

Equity

Your contributions come with equity opportunities from the startups we grow.

Ecosystem involvement

Networking, mentorship opportunities, and access to a startup community.

Ecosystem involvement

Networking, mentorship opportunities, and access to a startup community.

Ecosystem involvement

Networking, mentorship opportunities, and access to a startup community.

Team buildings

We organize fully paid company off-sites.

Team buildings

We organize fully paid company off-sites.

Team buildings

We organize fully paid company off-sites.

Hybrid work

We're flexible. We default to in-person, but feel free to WFH when you want to.

Hybrid work

We're flexible. We default to in-person, but feel free to WFH when you want to.

Hybrid work

We're flexible. We default to in-person, but feel free to WFH when you want to.

Career growth

We regularly talk about your progress and development.

Career growth

We regularly talk about your progress and development.

Career growth

We regularly talk about your progress and development.

Health insurance

Comprehensive coverage for peace of mind. Your health matters.

Health insurance

Comprehensive coverage for peace of mind. Your health matters.

Health insurance

Comprehensive coverage for peace of mind. Your health matters.

Training budget

Grow your skills with a personal annual training budget.

Training budget

Grow your skills with a personal annual training budget.

Training budget

Grow your skills with a personal annual training budget.

Baby bonus

We support your growing family with a financial bonus for your little one.

Baby bonus

We support your growing family with a financial bonus for your little one.

Baby bonus

We support your growing family with a financial bonus for your little one.

Bonuses

Be rewarded for your hard work with performance-based bonuses.

Bonuses

Be rewarded for your hard work with performance-based bonuses.

Bonuses

Be rewarded for your hard work with performance-based bonuses.

Gym membership

Stay active and healthy with a co-financed gym membership.

Gym membership

Stay active and healthy with a co-financed gym membership.

Gym membership

Stay active and healthy with a co-financed gym membership.

Flexible work hours

Enjoy the freedom to shape your day within a balanced schedule.

Flexible work hours

Enjoy the freedom to shape your day within a balanced schedule.

Flexible work hours

Enjoy the freedom to shape your day within a balanced schedule.

Referral program

Be motivated to grow the team with our generous referral program.

Referral program

Be motivated to grow the team with our generous referral program.

Referral program

Be motivated to grow the team with our generous referral program.

Sport initiatives

Join the fun and stay active with regular sports activities.

Sport initiatives

Join the fun and stay active with regular sports activities.

Sport initiatives

Join the fun and stay active with regular sports activities.

Coffee & other goodies

Coffee and snacks to keep you energized throughout the day.

Coffee & other goodies

Coffee and snacks to keep you energized throughout the day.

Coffee & other goodies

Coffee and snacks to keep you energized throughout the day.

Tools & technologies

Tools & technologies

Tools & technologies

Product management
Product management
Product management
Product design
Product design
Product design
AI
AI
AI
Front-end development
Front-end development
Front-end development
Back-end development
Back-end development
Back-end development
Mobile development
Mobile development
Mobile development
Low-code/no-code development
Low-code/no-code development
Low-code/no-code development
Databases
Databases
Databases
QA
QA
QA
DevOps & cloud services
DevOps & cloud services
DevOps & cloud services
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