Who we are
iBanFirst is a fast-growing European fintech that is revolutionizing international payments for SMEs. Founded in 2016, our platform empowers Small & Medium Multinationals (SMMs) to regain control over their payment operations : currency conversion (FX), international transactions, and foreign exchange risk management across 140 countries - quickly, transparently, and securely.
We make life easier for SMEs through an advanced technology platform (automation, APIs, AI...) combined with dedicated expertise, offering the best of both worlds : the agility of a SaaS solution and the reliability of a trusted partner.
By simplifying complexity, iBanFirst helps thousands of bold companies seize global business opportunities with peace of mind - delivering simplicity, transparency, and security.
Key figures
- 350+ employees across 13 offices in 10 European countries
- 30+ nationalities represented, average age : 32
- 10,000 corporate clients trust us
- 65M in revenue in 2024 , with a target of around €85M in 2025
- Profitable for nearly two years
- Ranked for 6 consecutive years in the Financial Times FT1000, among the fastest-growing European companies
- An NPS of 87.5 - an exceptional score in our industry that reflects enthusiastic client feedback on the simplicity, speed, and quality of our service
A strong culture built around 4 core values
Team First : The complexity of our industry demands collective intelligence. We prioritize cooperation, transparency, and knowledge sharing. Success is a team effort, and decisions are made together.Tenacity : We're transforming a challenging and highly regulated market. It requires endurance, fast learning, and resilience - qualities rooted in our entrepreneurial DNA.Transformation : Innovation is not a buzzword; it's a necessity in a constantly shifting and strategic sector. We innovate with intent : every technical, product, or organizational improvement is designed for real impact.Trust : Trust is the foundation of everything we build - with our clients and, above all, internally. It's driven by ownership, autonomy, and a shared commitment to transparency, rigor, and reliability.Why join us?
We operate at the heart of a strategic and fast-evolving sector : international payments for SMEs - a complex, high-potential market.We're driven by a meaningful mission : helping bold "Small & Medium Multinationals" succeed globally.Our platform integrates cutting-edge technologies (AI, automation...), making it an ideal playground to test, learn, and innovate continuously.You'll join an agile environment where your expertise has tangible impact, working alongside talent from top financialiBanFirst is profitable and backed by long-term investors :Xavier Niel and Bpifrance, historical shareholders, have supported and trusted us from the beginningIn 2021, the entry of Marlin Equity Partners marked a new chapter in our international ambitionsJoining iBanFirst means joining a profitable, international, fast-growing tech company. It's also a chance to learn, grow, and contribute directly to a shared ambition : simplifying international finance for SMEs.
Recruitment Context
We're hiring a Junior Python Developer to join and strengthen our Commando IT / Generative AI team! The team is responsible for driving cross-functional performance improvements by developing automation solutions and AI-enhanced applications that have a measurable impact on productivity and revenue generation.
Manager & Team
You will report to Quentin Mangeant , Head of Corporate IT at iBanFirst. You will join the Commando AI team , a cross-functional task force composed of 1 Lead Python Developer and 2-3 interns / apprentices.
What will you do
You'll participate in technical development and contribute hands-on across multiple projects with a measurable impact on internal productivity and business operations.
Develop and maintain solutions to improve performance of transversal business unitsBackend, frontend (in python, via Streamlit) , infrastructure as code (IaC)and CI / CD developmentImprove development processes while finding the right balance between rigor, speed and flexibility for software development & research organizationEnsure compliance with security best practices and industry standardsDevelop and maintain containerization and orchestration systems using tools like DockerDocument processes and procedures to ensure consistency and knowledge sharing across the teamImplement and maintain monitoring, logging and alerting systemsYou'll work closely with stakeholders in the company (KYC, Sales, Product, Ops...) to build solutions for them, including :
Client onboarding automationAudit & compliance document generationLead generation from news sourcesAI-enhanced tools for sales & hedging teamsTools & Stack :
Python (strong code quality required)DockerGitHub Actions, TerraformCloud : AWS (mainly) & Azure (for AIs only)Role Objectives
In the first 3 months , we expect you to :
Familiarize yourself with ongoing projects.Understand our architecture and business use cases.Start taking on development tasks and bug fixes with the support of the team.Within 6 months :
Work collaboratively on at least one significant project, handling well-defined tasks and delivering reliable code.Help keep documentation up to date, and share suggestions for improvements based on your experience as a new joiner.Actively participate in stand-ups, retrospectives, and planning sessions to understand and contribute to the team's workflow.After 12 months :
Confidently lead the development end-to-end of a long-term project while collaborating closely with team members as needed.Play an active role in delivering monthly quick-win projects.Show ownership by actively tracking and ensuring the resolution of bugs or issues in the systems you work on.What do you bring
1-2 years of experience as a Python Developer (clean, maintainable code expected)Experience with IaC (Terraform), CI / CD pipelines (GitHub Actions)Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS and / or Azure)Hands-on with containerization tools (Docker)Strong communication skills : can synthesize , explain tech clearly , and show valueSelf-motivated and able to work well in a scale up environment (autonomous, reliable, and motivated by impact)Fluent in English (French is a plus)Nice to have :
Understanding of fintech and payment industry is a plusBackground in startupsExperience with LLMs, prompt engineering, or AI integrationsWhat do we offer
Permanent contract (CDI)Office location : Paris - 17th arrondissement (near Arc de Triomphe)Remote policy : 2 days remote per week (Mondays mandatory onsite for alignment)You'll join a mission-driven company at the forefront of fintech innovation, with :
A collaborative, tech-forward cultureState-of-the-art tools and projects at the intersection of AI and automationOpportunity to directly impact the scalability and efficiency of a European fintech leaderBenefits :
Swile meal cardAlan health insuranceCommuter allowanceRTT (extra paid time off)Gymlib membershipPaid parental leaveRegular company-wide events & offsitesRecruitment Process
Screening Call - with Malorie (Talent Acquisition)30 min - Remote (video)Objective : motivation, availability, general fitManager Interview - with Benoit and Quentin (Commando IT Managers)1 hour - Remote or in-personObjective : technical background, communication, leadership potentialTechnical Test - with Aurélien and Cyril (R&D Managers)1h30 - In-personObjective : technical assessmentReference Checks