
Polarsteps · Amsterdam
YOUR EXPEDITION: GROWTH & MARKETING AT POLARSTEPS Over the past 10 years, Polarsteps has grown massively through word-of-mouth, thanks to our product and tech ...
Over the past 10 years, Polarsteps has grown massively through word-of-mouth, thanks to our product and tech department building a
top-quality user experience for all our travelers.
The Growth & Marketing department is a growing team, but already doing big things. You'll take full ownership of our user
acquisition strategies, spanning paid flywheels including Meta, TikTok, Google, and Apple Search Ads, to our content flywheels
including LLM optimizations, video search, ASO and Reddit engagement to maximize acceleration within our key markets (FR, DE, UK,
US, NL). Besides that, you will work closely with our product managers to optimize the user flow for paid users to improve
activation rates.
With ratings of 4.8 and 4.7 on the app stores and features in multiple Google and Apple showcases, we've got an impressive past.
But we're even more excited for the future, and the impact you can make from day one is huge, directly influencing how we can
accelerate user acquisition in all our key markets.
What your journey at Polarsteps will look like day-to-day.
focus on lowering CPAs and acquiring high quality users.
resonate with target audiences.
with an App Store Optimization (ASO) expert but would like you to start taking it over)
What we're hoping you'll bring with you.
✅ 6+ years of experience in performance marketing (e.g., Apple Search Ads, Google App campaigns, Meta and TikTok) at mobile app
companies.
✅ A solid understanding of the mobile tracking and measurement ecosystem (e.g. SKAD, AEM, ATT, etc.).
✅ Hands-on experience with product analytics and reporting tools (e.g., Mixpanel, Amplitude, Appsflyer, Adjust, Looker, Metabase
etc.).
✅ A data-driven mindset with the ability to turn complex information into clear, actionable insights.
✅ Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present analyses and findings in clear, impactful
formats.
Some cool things to make the journey extra sweet.
flexible, focused, and meaningfully connected in person.
At Polarsteps, we believe the best products are built by people as diverse as the travelers using our apps! That's why we
specifically encourage people underrepresented in the tech industry to apply for a role with us. Because we believe that
diversity, be it age, race, sexual orientation, physical ability, ethnicity, or gender identity, makes both the world and the
workplace better.
Think this is the path for you? Find out more about how we hire.
Talent Acquisition at Backbase is building the function that brings AI capability to recruiting, for real. As our TA Ops & AI Enablement Manager, you'll be the strategic and operational arm of our Senior TA Manager, owning the operational backbone of how we hire: the systems, data, workflows, and operating rhythm - and the recruiters who depend on them. You'll be the person who makes new AI tooling land with recruiters and change how work actually gets done on a Tuesday morning. Backbase builds the AI-Native Banking OS - the operating system that helps 120+ of the biggest banks in the world move from fragmented, legacy systems to unified, AI-native operations. Our Talent Acquisition function needs to reflect that same ambition. We're going AI-first, and this role is the connective tissue between our recruiters, our tech stack, and the AI capability we're building right now. Reasons to build with us 1. You'll operate at the intersection of AI and recruiting at a company where AI is infrastructure - built into how the company operates. 2. You'll shape how a global TA function adopts new ways of working - with real ownership over the stack, the workflows, and how change actually lands with recruiters. 3. You'll join a team that moves fast, builds things, and expects you to do the same. "We're rebuilding how the whole recruiting function works - from the ground up. The person in this role will decide where AI lands first, make sure it sticks, and set the standard for what great looks like. That's a serious mandate - and we're ready to back it." - HR Leader at Backbase You'll own TA operations end-to-end - from the operating rhythm and tech stack to the data pipelines and AI pilots that change how recruiters spend their time. This is an operator role for someone who's deeply curious about AI, builds their own tools, and knows how to take a team through a meaningful transformation. Your scope spans systems, process, people, and governance across a global TA function. That means: ● Act as the strategic and operational arm to the Senior TA Manager - drive the TA operating rhythm (weekly pipeline reviews, hiring forums, leadership reporting, QBR prep), translate strategy into execution, and bring data to every key decision ● Own the full TA tech stack - Greenhouse, LinkedIn Recruiter, sourcing, CRM, scheduling, and assessments - including configuration, integrations, vendor relationships, license management, and data hygiene ● Map and continuously improve recruiter workflows, hiring manager experience, and candidate journeys - strip out manual steps, automate repetitive work, and reduce cycle time ● Build and maintain TA dashboards and reporting across pipeline health, time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, source effectiveness, recruiter productivity, and NPS - dashboards that people actually use ● Run interviewer enablement and hiring manager partnership - structured interview kits, scorecard hygiene, calibration sessions, and the training that keeps hiring quality consistent across regions ● Partner with our AI Architect to identify where AI lands first in the recruiting workflow, design pilots, get agents into recruiters' hands, train the team, measure impact, and iterate ● Build internal tools and workflow automations when the team needs them - using no-code and low-code platforms like Power Apps, Retool, or Glide, automation tools like Make, Zapier, or n8n, and AI app builders like Lovable, v0, Replit Agent, or Claude Projects ● Keep TA processes GDPR-aligned and data-minimizing across recruiters working in India, the US, EMEA, and APAC - sensible governance over AI in candidate processes, without blocking experimentation ● Translate recruiter pain into concrete AI use cases, and turn AI capability into something a working recruiter can pick up and run with You're an operator who lives in both sides of this role - strong on TA fundamentals, and curious enough about AI to be building tools, running automations, and shipping things on the side. You've built real things: low-code apps, automations, custom GPTs, AI-assisted internal tools. You know TA metrics cold, you've moved teams through process and tooling shifts, and you hold your own with senior leaders, engineers, and recruiters in the same conversation. Your track record also shows: ● 5+ years in TA Operations, Recruiting Operations, or Recruiting Enablement at a global SaaS or tech company ● Deep hands-on experience with Greenhouse or a comparable ATS - admin, reporting, integrations, and configuration, not just end-user familiarity ● A genuine building habit - you've shipped low-code apps, automation workflows, custom GPTs, or AI-assisted internal tools, and you can show us what you've made ● Comfort with data - spreadsheets at minimum, BI tools like Looker, Tableau, or Mode welcome, and SQL a real plus ● A proven record of leading a team or function through a tools or process change, with a before-and-after story to back it up ● A pragmatic read on AI - you're energized by it, and you're also clear-eyed about hallucination, bias, and candidate experience risks ● Strong communication skills across levels - you can hold space with a VP, partner with an engineer, and run a recruiter training in the same day Why Backbase Backbase operates across more than 30 countries, with teams in Amsterdam, Atlanta, Hyderabad, Singapore, and beyond. We work with 120+ of the biggest banks in the world, and our people sit at the center of one of the most complex technological shifts in financial services. The scale is significant, and so is the work. We also offer: ● Hybrid working model with flexibility ● Direct access to senior leaders and cross-functional teams - no layers in the way ● A team that moves fast, values ownership, and expects you to bring your ideas to the table ● The chance to set the standard for AI-first recruiting at a company that's already building AI into its core ● A culture that rewards builders - people who ship, iterate, and raise the bar without waiting for permission
Senior Product Designer - Retail Reaktor’s award-winning tech and design community is looking for a Senior Product Designer to join our Amsterdam office. You understand how to sell creative work — grounding every choice in brand strategy, user insight, and business value. If you enjoy turning strategic insights into elegant, effective design solutions — and thrive on crafting interactive experiences that blend form and function — you might be just who we’re looking for. As a Senior Product Designer at Reaktor, you create visuals that make clients want to buy into your ideas. You’ll design thoughtful, intuitive, and impactful digital experiences that drive real-world outcomes for some of the most iconic retail brands. You’ll shape ideas, bring clarity to complex challenges, and collaborate closely with clients and cross-functional teams to turn strategy into standout execution. At its core, Reaktor is a technology company that helps ambitious organizations become digital leaders. From premium software development to transformative retail journeys, our global community of experts does it all. YOUR DAILY TASKS INCLUDE: * Leading the design of product experiences across digital touchpoints, from strategy to final pixel * Working side by side with developers, strategists, and product owners to co-create holistic solutions * Conceptualizing and prototyping new features and flows to test, validate, and sell ideas * Bringing a strong visual point of view — from brand systems and typography to motion and transitions * Presenting creative directions clearly and persuasively to both clients and internal teams * Participating in workshops and collaborative sessions to uncover insights and shape vision * Maintaining a balance between high-level design leadership and hands-on execution YOU LOVE SOLVING DESIGN PROBLEMS WITH CRAFT, LOGIC, AND COLLABORATION. To thrive in this position, you’ll need: * 6–8+ years of experience in digital product design, preferably within fast-paced consultancy or client-facing environments * The ability to think conceptually and strategically, connecting business goals to design decisions * Confidence in selling your work through compelling storytelling and rationale * Immaculate taste and a sharp eye for visual design across layout, typography, and UI systems * Strong interaction design skills and a clear understanding of user flow logic and responsive behavior * Fluency in modern design tools (e.g. Figma, Adobe Creative Suite) and familiarity with prototyping or motion tools * Experience working in interdisciplinary teams with developers, strategists, and copywriters * Comfort navigating ambiguity and proactively shaping briefs or concepts from scratch * Curiosity, humility, and a constant appetite for learning and evolving your craft * Fluent English language skills, with fluent Dutch being a nice-to-have but certainly not compulsory * The ability to work in-person with your colleagues and client. We have no set limits for days per week in person, but it is important you understand that this is not a fully remote role Why join us? For two decades, we’ve been developing qualities and capabilities for adapting, reacting, and supporting change – building Reaktor to hold up in a fast-paced environment while ensuring the well-being of our people. While working at Reaktor, we’ll provide you with: * The ability to impact how you work. Together with the client, your team chooses the approach, technologies, and methodologies you think will work best in any given situation * A community with as much support as your heart desires * A team that’s not only experienced but considerate as well – they all want you to succeed * A sustainable work-life balance and support for your daily life outside of work. (e.g., free moving day, Reaktor car share, sick child care services, office space to use for your private events, etc.) * An opportunity to grow as a professional. In addition to the day-to-day work, we offer internal training courses, community events, and 15-minute coffee breaks to discuss hot topics in tech and design * A possibility to take part in more extended academy-like studies like Cloud Academy * 300+ hobby clubs, from winter swimming and running to knitting and archery, that bring people together outside of (and sometimes inside) office hours. Many of these are supported by Reaktor * Our salary range for this role is 70-84k euros per year * Check more benefits & perks below Diversity, equity, and inclusion Together, we are committed to making Reaktor an environment that embraces and values all of our employees for the whole of who they are. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, knowing that studies show that members of underrepresented communities don’t apply for jobs unless they fully satisfy all of the requirements. If you're thinking twice about applying for this reason, we invite you to send us your application anyway. You could be just the person we're looking for. Read more about our DEI work here. Interested? Drop us a line – We'll be happy to hear from you! When submitting, please remember that we are looking for hands-on design experts. Therefore, including a portfolio is strongly recommended. Thanks!
REAKTOR’S AWARD-WINNING TECH AND DESIGN COMMUNITY IS LOOKING FOR A SENIOR PRODUCT DESIGNER TO JOIN OUR AMSTERDAM OFFICE. You understand how to sell creative work — grounding every choice in brand strategy, user insight, and business value. If you enjoy turning strategic insights into elegant, effective design solutions — and thrive on crafting interactive experiences that blend form and function — you might be just who we’re looking for. As a Senior Product Designer at Reaktor, you create visuals that make clients want to buy into your ideas. You’ll design thoughtful, intuitive, and impactful digital experiences that drive real-world outcomes for some of the world’s industry-leading airlines. You’ll shape ideas, bring clarity to complex challenges, and collaborate closely with clients and cross-functional teams to turn strategy into standout execution. At its core, Reaktor is a technology company that helps ambitious organizations become digital leaders. From premium software development to award-winning in-flight entertainment system, our global community of experts does it all. YOUR DAILY TASKS INCLUDE: * Leading the design of product experiences across digital touchpoints, from strategy to final pixel * Working side by side with developers, strategists, and product owners to co-create holistic solutions * Conceptualizing and prototyping new features and flows to test, validate, and sell ideas * Bringing a strong visual point of view — from brand systems and typography to motion and transitions * Presenting creative directions clearly and persuasively to both clients and internal teams * Participating in workshops and collaborative sessions to uncover insights and shape vision * Maintaining a balance between high-level design leadership and hands-on execution YOU LOVE SOLVING DESIGN PROBLEMS WITH CRAFT, LOGIC, AND COLLABORATION. To thrive in this position, you’ll need: * 8+ years of experience in digital product design, preferably within fast-paced consultancy or client-facing environments * The ability to think conceptually and strategically, connecting business goals to design decisions * Confidence in selling your work through compelling storytelling and rationale * Immaculate taste and a sharp eye for visual design across layout, typography, and UI systems * Strong interaction design skills and a clear understanding of user flow logic and responsive behavior * Fluency in modern design tools (e.g. Figma, Adobe Creative Suite) and familiarity with prototyping or motion tools * Experience working in interdisciplinary teams with developers, strategists, and copywriters * Comfort navigating ambiguity and proactively shaping briefs or concepts from scratch * Curiosity, humility, and a constant appetite for learning and evolving your craft * Experience with working in the airline industry is highly valued but not required * Fluent English language skills, with fluent Dutch being a nice-to-have but certainly not compulsory * The ability to work in-person with your colleagues and client. We have no set limits for days per week in person, but it is important you understand that this is not a fully remote role WHY JOIN US? For two decades, we’ve been developing qualities and capabilities for adapting, reacting, and supporting change – building Reaktor to hold up in a fast-paced environment while ensuring the well-being of our people. While working at Reaktor, we’ll provide you with: * The ability to impact how you work. Together with the client, your team chooses the approach, technologies, and methodologies you think will work best in any given situation * A community with as much support as your heart desires * A team that’s not only experienced but considerate as well – they all want you to succeed * A sustainable work-life balance and support for your daily life outside of work. (e.g., free moving day, Reaktor car share, sick child care services, office space to use for your private events, etc.) * An opportunity to grow as a professional. In addition to the day-to-day work, we offer internal training courses, community events, and 15-minute coffee breaks to discuss hot topics in tech and design * A possibility to take part in more extended academy-like studies like Cloud Academy * 300+ hobby clubs, from winter swimming and running to knitting and archery, that bring people together outside of (and sometimes inside) office hours. Many of these are supported by Reaktor * Check more benefits & perks below Diversity, equity, and inclusion Together, we are committed to making Reaktor an environment that embraces and values all of our employees for the whole of who they are. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, knowing that studies show that members of underrepresented communities don’t apply for jobs unless they fully satisfy all of the requirements. If you're thinking twice about applying for this reason, we invite you to send us your application anyway. You could be just the person we're looking for. Read more about our DEI work here. Interested? Drop us a line – We'll be happy to hear from you! When submitting, please remember that we are looking for hands-on design experts. Therefore, including a portfolio is strongly recommended. Thanks!