Looking for a job in Amsterdam in 2024? These unicorns are hiring right now

The startup scene in the Netherlands is dynamic, as indicated by the Quarterly Startup Report. 

In Q3 2023, the Dutch startup ecosystem secured €420M in venture capital funding. The report reveals that nearly €1.4B has been invested in 2023, slightly above the 2020 level.

Dealroom, a database management company in Amsterdam, reports that there is also a €1.3B in new capital raised by Dutch VC funds, set to be deployed in the next 3 to 5 years.

Notably, the new Amsterdam-based NATO Innovation Fund, with a €1B fund, focuses on security-related startups. With an additional €400M in new VC funds, Dutch VCs had a relatively strong quarter.

Amsterdam’s startup ecosystem

Amsterdam, the capital city of the Netherlands, stands out with a thriving ecosystem, offering a conducive environment for tech innovation. 

Renowned tech giants, high quality of life, work-life balance, and access to international talent contribute to Amsterdam being ranked among the top 3 startup ecosystems in Europe, according to the 2023 Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER).

The city hosts around 4,000 startups employing 196,000 people. Supported by government initiatives like startup visas and a vibrant coffee culture, Amsterdam currently boasts 12 unicorns, solidifying its position as the fourth-largest startup hub in Europe.

These unicorns, with market capitalisations exceeding $1B, contribute to Amsterdam’s vibrant tech landscape, making it an attractive destination for job seekers seeking innovative career prospects.

Today, we bring you the list of Amsterdam-based unicorns currently hiring. Check them out below.

Note: Certain details of these startups, such as founders’ names and the funding raised, have been sourced from Dealroom.

Bunq

Founder/s: Ali Nikam

Bunq is a challenger bank seeking to revolutionise traditional banking by enabling users to share accounts and make global payments using Maestro and Mastercard. 

It expanded into 30 European markets without relying on venture capital funding. By April 2021, deposits surpassed €1B, and in July 2021, the company secured €193M in a Series A round with Pollen Street Capital, valuing the company at around €1.6B. 

Currently, the company has 47 open positions. Find your match here.

Backbase

Founder/s: Jouk Pleiter, Gerbert Kaandorp (no longer with the company)

Backbase, a fintech company, aims to transform banking through customer-centric approaches. Its white-label Engagement Banking platform allows banks and credit unions to modernise customer-facing operations globally. 

With offices in major cities, it serves 150+ customers, including Advanzia, Banco Caja Social, BNP Paribas, and HDFC, aiming to provide digital experiences for today’s tech-savvy customers.

Currently, Backbase has 144 job opportunities, you can explore them here.

Mambu

Founder/s: Eugene Danilkis, Frederik Pfisterer, Sofia Nunes

Mambu is a fintech firm that collaborates with financial institutions to create, launch, oversee, and broaden banking and lending services. Its goal is to deliver banking experiences to over a billion people globally. 

With a workforce exceeding 800 employees, Mambu claims to add 3.5 million new end-user accounts monthly, accumulating 50 million accounts.

Currently, Mambu is hiring across various positions. Check out its vacancies here.

Adyen

Founder/s: Pieter van der Does, Arnout Schuijff

Adyen is a payment platform connecting with major payment methods like Visa and Mastercard, providing end-to-end solutions for online, mobile, and in-store transactions globally. 

With a client base including Facebook, Uber, Spotify, Casper, Bonobos, and L’Oréal, Adyen ensures secure payment processes across diverse industries and countries.

Currently, the company has 110 job opportunities, check them out here.

Picnic

Founder/s: Daniel Gebler, Michiel Muller, Frederik Nieuwenhuys, Joris Beckers, Bas Verheijen

Picnic is transforming grocery shopping through a mass-market home delivery system for consumer goods. By overseeing the supply chain and collaborating with local suppliers, Picnic operates a fleet of over 1000 delivery cars across approximately 120 Dutch cities. 

Currently, the company has 135 open positions. Check out the vacancies here.

Just Eat Takeaway

Founder/s: Jitse Groen, Piotr Czajkowski

Just Eat Takeaway.com is an online food delivery marketplace facilitating connections between consumers and restaurants, specialising in delivery services. The platform also extends its delivery services to establishments lacking their own delivery infrastructure. 

With associations with nearly 679,000 restaurants globally, the company operates in numerous countries, offering food delivery solutions across a diverse array of regions.

Currently, the company has 290 open positions across various teams. Explore your future opportunities at JustEat Takeaway here.

ACT Commodities

Founder/s: Bram Bastiaansen

ACT Commodities is a trading company that assists businesses in buying and selling environmental commodities for both compliance and voluntary purposes. 

The company is currently in the process of hiring for various positions, indicating opportunities for individuals to contribute to their work in the environmental commodities trading sector. Check out the vacancies that fit your profile here.

Mollie

Founder/s: Adrian Mol

Mollie is a fintech payments platform that simplifies online payments for merchants. With over 130,000 clients, it provides an easy-to-implement payments API, accessing multiple payment methods. 

The company is operating in European cities like Amsterdam, Lisbon, London, Munich, and Paris.

Currently, Mollie has openings all over Europe in positions across business IT, engineering, product, operations, and other departments. Check out the open positions here.

Fastned

Founder/s: Michiel Langezaal, Bart Lubbers

Fastned aims to transition to electric mobility through the construction of an extensive fast-charging infrastructure for electric vehicles throughout Europe. 

Their fast-charging stations provide a convenient way for electric vehicle drivers to charge, offering up to 300 kilometres of range in just 15 minutes.

Operating in the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, the UK, and Belgium, Fastned has a notable presence at Dutch highway rest areas, playing a key role in advancing electric transportation in the region.

Currently, the company has 20 open positions. Click here to check the vacancies.

Flow Traders

Founder/s: Roger Hodenius, Jan van Kuijk

Flow Traders is a global fintech company specialising in technology-driven liquidity provision, particularly for Exchange Traded Products. Operating worldwide, the company offers liquidity for financial products, employing transparent strategies and order types. 

Currently, the company is looking to expand its workforce and has about 32 new open positions, check them out here.

UniQure

Founder/s: Sander van Deventer

UniQure is a biotechnology company specialising in human gene-based therapies, particularly for severe genetic diseases of the central nervous system (CNS) and liver. 

Leveraging modular and validated technology platforms, the company rapidly advances a proprietary gene therapy pipeline to address critical medical needs.

Currently, the company is looking for talent across various departments, check them out here.

TomTom

Founder/s: Harold Goddijn, Pieter Geelen, Corinne Vigreux, Peter Frans Pauwels

TomTom is a digital mapping and car navigation company that prioritises delivering superior products and maintaining up-to-date maps. Using an extensive fleet of surveying vehicles and a large user community, TomTom is dedicated to providing accurate navigation and location-based services. 

Trusted globally by millions of drivers, businesses, and governments, the company claims that its technologies play a pivotal role in enhancing navigation experiences.

Currently, the firm has 43 open positions across various teams. Check out the vacancies here.