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Senior Backend Engineer (Java/Kotlin)

Remote from Spain·Added 4 months ago

This job was published 4 months ago

Still open when we checked on 26 Sept

Overview

Job details

  • Fully remote

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Tecdata Engineering doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

Skills

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Solid experience in backend development with Java and/or Kotlin.

  • Experience in microservices architectures.

  • Advanced knowledge of Apache Kafka and event-driven architectures.

  • Experience with MongoDB databases.

  • Ability to work autonomously in distributed environments.

  • High level of English (C1 or higher), both spoken and written.

  • Experience in cloud environments and modern development ecosystems.

Nice to have

  • Experience in agentic development architectures.

  • Knowledge of AI tools for software development.

  • Experience working with Claude (Anthropic) or other generative AI solutions applied to the development lifecycle.

  • Experience in large-scale international projects.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Long-term strategic project.

  • 100% remote work.

  • Innovative technological environment.

  • International and multicultural team.

  • Competitive rate according to experience and knowledge provided.

The role

Senior Backend Engineer (Java/Kotlin) - International Project

We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with solid experience in modern backend development to join a high-impact global project.

The selected person will participate in the design and evolution of distributed platforms based on event-driven architectures, working with cutting-edge technologies in an international and highly innovative environment.

What you'll do

  • Design and development of scalable backend services.

  • Implementation of event-driven architectures.

  • Integration and optimization of distributed systems.

  • Participation in technical decisions and definition of best practices.

  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary international teams.

  • Application of new technologies and AI tools to the development process.

How you'll work

Modality: 100% Remote

About Tecdata Engineering

Tecdata Engineering (TECDATA ENGINEERING) is a technology consulting and services provider specialized in global technology projects, with a portfolio covering custom software development, legacy modernization, managed services, cloud infrastructure, Salesforce, cybersecurity (including SOC, pentesting and NIS2 compliance), and data & AI services, alongside IT talent services such as headhunting and staff augmentation. The company reports being founded in 2012 with around 500 employees ("Compañeros 500") and 5M in billing, and forms part of a broader technology consulting group with more than 550 consultants across 5 countries. It states it is present in major economic sectors including banking, telecommunications, and insurance.

In Spain, Tecdata Engineering hires across multiple locations including Madrid, Barcelona, and Bilbao, with a significant share of openings marked "Completamente remoto" (fully remote) or hybrid. Its careers portal organizes vacancies into departments such as Desarrollo y QA, Ciberseguridad, Cloud, DevOps, Sistemas y Producción, Gestión de Proyectos, Comercial, and RRHH, and current openings range from COBOL and mainframe-adjacent banking roles to data engineering, Salesforce, SAP, cybersecurity, and air traffic management QA. For international professionals considering a move to Spain, the volume of remote-eligible roles across the country is notable, though the company's careers and website content is published in Spanish.

Industry
IT Services
Founded
2012
Employees
500
Website
tecdata.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • Many openings are advertised as fully remote within Spain, e.g. "Senior Data Scientist – GCP Madrid · Completamente remoto" and "ML ENGINEER Madrid · Completamente remoto".
  • Hiring activity in Spain includes Madrid, Barcelona, and Bilbao, with hybrid and on-site arrangements depending on the role.
  • The company reports around 500 employees ("Compañeros 500") and was founded in 2012.
  • It is part of a technology consulting group with more than 550 consultants operating in 5 countries.
  • Its client sectors include banking, telecommunications, and insurance, so many roles involve regulated, enterprise-grade environments.
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