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# API-focused software engineer

- **Company:** Utimaco Safeware Ag
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain
- **Salary:** €45,000.0 - €70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Swagger, Openapi, Api Design
- **Published:** July 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jobleads.com/es/job/e24df11190077dfdd00d278220126ca47

## About the Role

The role requires 3-5+ years in API development, strong Java/J2EE skills, and experience with OpenAPI and Swagger tools. A university degree in CS or similar is expected, with excellent English communication and a collaborative, agile mindset.



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