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Senior Software Engineer (Java and Spring)

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 24 days ago (last checked 3 Oct)

UST

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Overview

Job details

  • 12 or 14 salary payments a year

    Your pick, per the ad: the same annual pay either way.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Visa options

  • The ad doesn’t mention sponsorship

    Not a refusal, but not a yes. Worth asking in your first message.

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Benefits

  • Flexible pay plan

    Take part of your salary as tax-free benefits, per the ad.

  • Gym access

    Free or discounted, per the ad.

Requirements

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Madrid for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

  • University degree

    “Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.” — per the ad.

Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Strong experience in Java development and Spring Boot.
  • Solid understanding of Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) and RESTful APIs.
  • Experience working with Oracle SQL databases.
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and Helm.
  • Knowledge of cloud-native application deployment and management, preferably in Azure environments.
  • Experience with GitLab, Jenkins, and CI/CD practices.
  • Strong understanding of DevOps principles and automated testing.
  • Proven experience working with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and/or Behavior-Driven Development (BDD).
  • Experience participating in Agile software development teams.
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • C1 english level

Nice to have

  • Experience with Kafka and event-driven architectures.
  • Knowledge of Avro serialization.
  • Experience working with OpenAPI specifications.
  • Familiarity with UML modeling techniques.
  • Experience within financial services or banking environments.
  • Passion for software craftsmanship, engineering best practices, and continuous improvement.

Languages

High english level is required.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

- 23 days of Annual Leave plus the 24th and 31st of December as discretionary days!

- Numerous benefits (Heath Care Plan, Internet Connectivity, Life and Accident Insurances).

- `Retribución Flexible´ Program: (Meals, Kinder Garden, Transport, online English lessons, Heath Care Plan...)

- Free access to several training platforms

- Professional stability and career plans

- UST also, compensates referrals from which you could benefit when you refer professionals.

- The option to pick between 12 or 14 payments along the year.

- Real Work Life Balance measures (flexibility, WFH or remote work policy, compacted hours during summertime...)

- UST Club Platform discounts and gym Access discounts

If you would like to know more, do not hesitate to apply and we'll get in touch to fill you in details. UST is waiting for you!

In UST we are committed to equal opportunities in our selection processes and do not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. We have a special commitment to Disability & Inclusion, so we are interested in hiring people with disability certificate.

The role

We are currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer with Java and Spring who enjoys building scalable, cloud-native applications while working in a collaborative Agile and DevOps environment to join one of our strategic international projects within the banking sector.

What you'll do

  • Collaborate within cross-functional Agile teams following a DevOps-centric delivery model.
  • Design, develop, test, deploy, release, and monitor business-critical applications.
  • Participate actively in code reviews and champion software quality best practices.
  • Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver valuable solutions.
  • Partner with Solution Architects to design scalable and maintainable software aligned with enterprise architecture guidelines.
  • Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and service-oriented solutions.
  • Implement automated testing strategies using TDD and BDD practices.
  • Deploy and manage applications in Kubernetes-based environments.
  • Support CI/CD pipelines and continuous delivery initiatives.

How you'll work

Is required to go to the client's offices in central Madrid 3 days a week.

description

We are still looking for the very Top Talent...and we would be delighted if you were to join our team!

Hiring process

3 steps3 interviews1–2 weeks in all
  1. Learning about who you are

    With recruitment team

    Conversation about your background and experience; for some roles, a sense of your technical proficiency.

  2. Understanding what makes you tick

    What motivates you, your working style and personality, and whether you would thrive in UST and client team dynamics.

  3. Final interview

    With future peers, sometimes leadership or the client

    Informal chat with your future peers about team fit; depending on the role, members of the leadership team or the client may join.

  • UST replies within 24 hours of the final interview.
  • Timing depends on everyone's availability.

About UST

UST is a global digital transformation and IT services company headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California, USA. With over 30,000 employees worldwide, UST partners with major corporations across industries such as banking, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing to deliver technology solutions, including cloud, data analytics, and application development. The company has a strong global footprint with delivery centers across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

In Spain, UST has a significant presence in Málaga, where it operates a technology and innovation hub. The Málaga office is a key delivery center for European clients, offering roles in software engineering, data, and digital services. UST is known for its collaborative culture and investment in employee development, making it an attractive option for international professionals seeking to work in Spain's growing tech ecosystem.

Industry
Technology
Founded
1999
Employees
30,000
Headquarters
Alameda, USA
In Spain
Málaga
Website
ust.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • UST's Málaga office is part of a growing tech hub in southern Spain, offering a Mediterranean lifestyle with lower cost of living compared to Madrid or Barcelona.
  • The company provides visa and relocation support for international hires, as part of its global mobility programs.
  • UST emphasizes continuous learning and offers certifications and training in cloud, data, and engineering.
  • Málaga has a growing international community and is well-connected by air to major European cities, making it easy for expats to travel.
  • UST has a diverse workforce with employees from many nationalities, and English is commonly used in the Málaga office.

In their own words

About the company & team

More in details, UST is a multinational company based in North America, certified as a Top Employer and Great Place to Work company with over 35.000 employees all over the world and presence in more than 35 countries. We are leaders on digital technology services, and we provide large-scale technologic solutions to big companies.

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