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Senior Software Engineer

Remote from Spain·Full-time·Added 2 months ago

WorkMotion

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Overview

Job details

  • €55,000 a year

    Gross, as stated in the ad.

    About €3,210 a month after tax.

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

  • Fully remote

    Only from certain places, per the ad: “Within +/- 2 hours of CET”

  • Blue Card threshold

    Indicative — the ad doesn’t promise sponsorship.

Requirements

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

The Perks of Being Here...

  • Global, remote, and thriving: We're a global team of talented individuals spread across 26 countries. Our WorkFlex program lets you work from anywhere, anytime. Whether it's a beachside office or a cosy home office, the choice is yours.
  • Your well-being is our priority: We know mental health matters, which is why we offer a dedicated Well-Being Day-a full day off just to recharge and relax.
  • Get fit and stay active: Whether it's yoga, weightlifting, or a quick jog, work out on your terms with our subsidised gym memberships.
  • Learn, grow, and develop: We believe in constant growth. Our Training & Development Allowance helps you continue expanding your skills.
  • Stay connected: Take part in exciting annual team meetups.
  • Diversity is our superpower: We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.



Benefits vary depending on location due to local laws and regulations.

Requirements

What we're looking for

What It Takes to Make an Impact Here...

  • 5-6+ years of professional software engineering experience with a strong backend focus and frontend exposure.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, React, Microservices, REST APIs, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and AWS.
  • Experience designing scalable systems and distributed architectures.
  • Daily experience using AI coding tools such as Cursor and Claude Code.
  • Strong understanding of Test-Driven Development (TDD), software engineering best practices, and clean code principles.
  • Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.

Nice to have

Bonus Points If You Bring...

  • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban).
  • Experience building highly scalable SaaS platforms.
  • Passion for continuous learning and adopting modern engineering practices.

The role

Not Your Typical Workplace...

Tired of the 9-to-5 grind? Imagine a world without borders, where opportunities are endless. That's the future of work, and what we're building at WorkMotion.

Our remote-first team spans the globe, helping companies hire, onboard, and manage talent internationally through smart, flexible workforce solutions. Fast-paced, people-driven, and globally connected, we empower businesses to build teams without borders.

We don't just need another Senior Software Engineer-we're looking for a builder who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and delivering scalable, high-quality software that creates real business impact.

You'll play a key role in shaping and building the technology powering our Talent Operations platform, working on backend services while contributing to frontend development when needed. You'll influence technical decisions, contribute to system architecture, and collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver reliable, scalable solutions that support our global business.

We're looking for engineers who embrace modern software development practices and actively leverage AI-powered development tools such as Cursor and Claude Code to improve productivity and code quality.

Where Responsibility Meets Real Opportunity...

What you'll do

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services while contributing to frontend features where required.
  • Build high-quality, well-tested software following modern engineering and DevOps best practices.
  • Contribute to architecture, system design, and technical decision-making across the platform.
  • Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Designers, and Engineers to deliver impactful solutions.
  • Review code, mentor teammates, and continuously improve engineering standards.
  • Troubleshoot production issues and continuously enhance system performance, reliability, and scalability.

How you'll work

Location: Remote (Within +/- 2 hours of CET)
Contract Type: Full-time
Starting Salary: €55,000 Euros per annum gross, subject to skills, experience and location

About WorkMotion

WorkMotion is a global HR tech company headquartered in Berlin, Germany, that provides an all-in-one platform for hiring and managing international workforces. The company offers Employer of Record (EOR) services, helping businesses onboard, pay, and stay compliant with local regulations across multiple countries. It operates in the HR technology sector, serving clients worldwide with a focus on simplifying global employment.

In Spain, WorkMotion has a presence with open roles in Madrid, primarily targeting German-speaking professionals for sales, customer success, operations, and engineering positions. The company's work culture emphasizes remote and flexible work, with a global team spanning multiple countries. For international hires, especially those with German language skills, WorkMotion offers an opportunity to join a fast-growing HR tech scale-up with a diverse, multicultural environment.

Industry
HR Tech
Founded
2020
Employees
500–1,000
Headquarters
Berlin, Germany
In Spain
Madrid
Website
workmotion.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • WorkMotion offers remote-first work culture, allowing flexibility for employees in Spain.
  • The company has a strong international presence, with teams across multiple countries, making it a multicultural workplace.
  • Open roles in Spain often require German language skills, which can be an advantage for German-speaking internationals.
  • As a scale-up, WorkMotion provides opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced environment.
  • The company supports relocation to Spain for qualified candidates, with a focus on building a local team in Madrid.

In their own words

About the company & team

Not Your Typical Team...

You'll join our Talent Operations Engineering Team, where we're building the technology that powers global hiring and talent lifecycle operations.

Our fully remote engineering team collaborates across multiple countries, combining deep technical expertise with a strong ownership mindset. We value pragmatic decision-making, continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and shipping high-quality software that solves real business problems.

If you enjoy working with experienced engineers, influencing technical direction, and building products that have global impact, you'll feel right at home.

Additional information

At WorkMotion, we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, simply let our Recruitment Team know at Jobs@WorkMotion.com. We're here to support you every step of the way.

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