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Software Development Engineer (JAVA)

Hybrid in Amorebieta-Etxano·Part-time·Added 22 days ago (last checked 29 Oct)

CAF

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Hours: Jornada intensiva on Fridays and in summer
Work mode: Hybrid, Amorebieta-Etxano
Contract: Part-time
Experience: 4+ years
Education: University degree
Benefits: Flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

The role

At CAF Signalling we are still growing! If you are passionate about SW development in JAVA, keep reading:

What our colleagues highlight about working at CAF Signalling:

Cutting-edge technological environment, with real impact on society: Each project is an opportunity to apply adapted, scalable, and sustainable solutions that transform urban and interurban mobility.
Team culture: Our work environment is characterised by camaraderie, collaboration and respect
Professional development: We believe in talent, offering continuous learning opportunities, autonomy at work, and real chances for growth. Flexibility and work-life balance are part of our commitment to people.
Flexibility and work-life balance: hybrid work model, flexible hours, intensive workday every Friday of the year and during the summer, adapting to your personal life.
Social benefits: supplementary meal vouchers and telework allowance. We also offer a flexible compensation package or partially subsidized language classes.

Additionally, we are a European Top Employer 2026.

What you'll do

Within the software development team, the following tasks will be carried out:

Analysis of new functionality identified at the CBTC system level and its impact on the product.
Specification of requirements and definition of architecture.
Preparation of the detailed design of the software development.
Software development and integration.
Unit testing and integration testing in the laboratory
Configuration management.

What do you bring?

University degree in Industrial Engineering, Electronics, Automation, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or similar.
Demonstrable experience of 4 years in JAVA software development
Demonstrable experience in technical developments with Java EE, Apache Camel, JUnit, JBoss, SQL, Web Services, and GNU/Linux.
Mastery of tools and methodologies covering the entire software development and maintenance lifecycle (Development IDE: IntelliJ/Eclipse, Jenkins, Git, GitLab, Jira, and DOORS)
Experience in the development of critical and/or safety-related software systems is desirable, in the railway industry or similar characteristics (automotive, aerospace, or energy).
Possibility of residing in the Bilbao area

What is the process like?

We will begin with a phone conversation to get to know you and explain the position and the company.

Next, you will have an individual online meeting with the technical and people team, where you can learn the details of the tasks within the work team, clear up any doubts and curiosities you have about the vacancy.

Finally, after evaluating your application, we will inform you of the final decision of the selection process as soon as possible.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

Application review
Preliminary conversation
With talent attraction team
Interviews with the department
With a relevant department
A round of interviews with the relevant department.
Reference checks and competency tests

About CAF

CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles) is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and maintenance of railway vehicles, including high-speed trains, metros, trams, and locomotives. Headquartered in Beasain, Spain, the company operates worldwide with production plants and engineering centers across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa, and employs over 13,000 people. CAF is a key player in the rail industry, known for its advanced signaling systems (CBTC) and turnkey projects.

In Spain, CAF has its main engineering and manufacturing hubs in the Basque Country (Beasain, Irun, Zaragoza) and also operates in Madrid and other regions. The company offers a wide range of roles for international professionals, from engineering and software development to project management and technical support, with many positions requiring German or English. CAF's culture emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and talent development, making it an attractive employer for those seeking to work in the rail sector in Spain.

Industry: Rail Manufacturing
Founded: 1917
Employees: 10,000–15,000
Headquarters: Beasain, Spain
In Spain: Beasain, Madrid, Zaragoza

Good to know if you are moving

CAF is headquartered in Beasain, a small town in the Basque Country, but has major engineering centers in Madrid and Zaragoza, offering diverse locations for international hires.
Many roles require German or English, making it a good fit for multilingual professionals, and the company supports relocation with structured onboarding.
CAF offers a 'Jóvenes Talentos' (Young Talents) program and internships for students, providing a clear entry path for early-career engineers.
The company is a global leader in rail manufacturing, with projects in over 30 countries, offering international mobility opportunities.
CAF emphasizes innovation in areas like AI, cybersecurity, and CBTC signaling, making it a strong choice for tech-focused engineers.

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