Senior Software Engineer (AppGlass)

Remote, Madrid·Added 18 days ago

JetBrains

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Overview

Job details

Fully remote
Per the ad.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
JetBrains doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Have senior-level experience
Senior-level role.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Strong base salary. We offer competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience.
Flexible work location. Enjoy the freedom to work from home or from the office.
Remote work. Spend up to 30 days per year working remotely from abroad.
Extra time off. More days to relax, recharge, and do the things you love.
Medical insurance allowance. Enjoy peace of mind for you and your family
Learning and development opportunities. Access to conferences, courses, and language classes
Language classes. Pick up the local language or sharpen your English skills.
Fuel your day. Enjoy a hot meal or receive a lunch allowance on workdays.
Mental health support. To help you feel your best, we provide easy access to professional mental health services.
Sports benefit. Enjoy an on-site gym or sports club stipend.
Internal events. Join company-wide celebrations and team gatherings.

*Some benefits may vary depending on location.

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Have extensive experience with Java, Kotlin, and JVM systems.
Have worked on enterprise backend software, infrastructure, or developer tooling.
Are comfortable with Kubernetes and cloud environments.
Take ownership, communicate clearly, and move things forward without waiting for perfect specs.
Enjoy using AI in development, while validating results with solid engineering discipline.

Nice to have

Have experience with debugging, instrumentation, or observability-related tools.
Have experience with.NET or Python backend products.
Care deeply about developer productivity and engineering quality.

The role

At JetBrains, code is our passion. Ever since we started, back in 2000, we have strived to make the strongest, most effective developer tools on earth. By automating routine checks and corrections, our tools speed up production, freeing developers to grow, discover, and create.

One of the projects we're working on within the JetBrains Innovation Hub is the AppGlass, a product for safe, AI-first debugging of production systems. It will help engineering teams investigate issues in real environments with a strong focus on safety, reliability, security, low overhead, and practical AI integration. That means it's a mix of JVM tooling, program analysis, and AI at the core. Check out our demo and website to get a better sense of how it works.

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with strong enterprise JVM experience. This role is a good fit for someone proactive and excited by complex engineering challenges at the intersection of production systems, developer tools, and AI agents.

What you'll do

Design, build, and lead the development of product features.
Develop tooling and automation for AI-first engineering workflows.
Work on enterprise integrations and deployment scenarios across Kubernetes and cloud environments.
Improve reliability, testing, performance, and security for production use.

Hiring process

4 steps3 interviewsa task to do

CV review
Recruiter call
With a recruiter
Skills, motivation and growth; bring a clear narrative of your last two or three roles.
Team interview
With an one to three team members and the hiring manager · Video call
Two-way conversation with a small live exercise: coding, a short case study or a code review.
Take-home task
In your own time
Assesses decision-making and code quality rather than volume.
Task review
With team members
Discuss decisions, trade-offs and how the solution evolved.
References
Offer

A substantial existing project can replace the take-home task.
The task review asks how you used AI tools.

About JetBrains

JetBrains is a global software development company known for creating intelligent, productivity-enhancing tools for software developers, including IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, ReSharper, and the Kotlin programming language. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Prague, Czech Republic, the company has grown to over 2,000 employees worldwide, with a strong reputation in the developer tools industry. JetBrains is privately held and profitable, with a diverse portfolio that includes IDEs, domain-specific languages, and team collaboration tools like YouTrack and Space.

JetBrains has a significant presence in Spain, with a growing team of engineers, product managers, and designers working remotely or from hubs in Madrid and Barcelona. The company is known for its remote-friendly culture, with many roles open to candidates across Spain. For international professionals, JetBrains offers a collaborative, engineering-driven environment, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work on widely-used tools that shape the software development landscape. The company values innovation and technical excellence, making it an attractive destination for top talent.

Industry: Developer Tools
Founded: 2000
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Prague, Czech Republic
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: jetbrains.com

Good to know if you are moving

JetBrains offers a flexible remote work policy, with many roles open to candidates across Spain, not just in major cities.
The company is known for its strong engineering culture and invests heavily in R&D, with a focus on AI and machine learning for developer tools.
JetBrains provides a comprehensive relocation package for international hires, including visa support and assistance with moving to Spain.
The company has a flat organizational structure, encouraging collaboration and innovation across teams.
JetBrains is a profitable, privately held company, offering stability and long-term career growth.

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