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# Senior Backend Software Engineer (Java/Kotlin) - Madrid

- **Company:** Searchability
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain
- **Salary:** €65,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Application Performance Management, Mobile Application Development, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Distributed Systems, Monitoring of Systems, Java Virtual Machine (JVM), NoSQL, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, HybridCloud, Backend, Git, Kotlin, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Microservices
- **Published:** August 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/senior-backend-software-engineer-java-kotlin-madrid-en-madrid-ID-369097857

## About the Role

This is a hands?on role where you'll have the opportunity to influence architecture, mentor others, and help shape the future of the platform.
Senior Backend Software Engineer - Essential Skills
Commercial experience with Java, Kotlin or another JVM language
Experience developing and supporting production software
Strong understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns and clean code
Experience building scalable APIs and distributed systems
SQL and/or NoSQL databases
Public or hybrid cloud experience
Git and modern version control practices
Debugging, testing and monitoring applications
Experience working within Agile development teams
Strong communication and problem?solving skills
Desirable Skills
Microservices architecture
CI/CD pipelines
Cloud?native application development
Monitoring and observability tools
Event?driven architectures
Experience mentoring or supporting junior engineers
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## Description

Senior Backend Software Engineer (Java/Kotlin)Key HighlightsSalary up to €65,000Hybrid working - 3 days onsite in MadridWork with Java, Kotlin, Cloud Technologies and Distributed SystemsJoin a high-performing engineering team building scalable, cloud-native applicationsAbout the ClientDue to continued growth, we're looking for a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join an innovative technology organisation at the forefront of software development.Working as part of a collaborative Agile team, you'll help build and enhance large-scale backend services that power business-critical applications used by customers around the world.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced backend engineer looking to work with modern technologies, influence technical decisions and contribute to the development of reliable, scalable software.The BenefitsSalary up to €65,000Hybrid working - 3 days onsite in MadridFlexible working environmentModern cloud-native technology stackWork alongside highly experienced engineersOngoing learning and career developmentOpportunity to contribute to the design and evolution of enterprise-scale systemsThe Senior Backend Software Engineer RoleAs a Senior Backend Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing and maintaining scalable backend applications and services.Working primarily with Java and Kotlin, you'll build clean, maintainable code, develop APIs, design integrations between distributed systems and help deliver high-quality software into production.You'll collaborate closely with engineers, Product Managers and stakeholders, contributing to technical discussions, improving development practices and ensuring solutions are secure, reliable and built to scale.This is a hands?on role where you'll have the opportunity to influence architecture, mentor others, and help shape the future of the platform.Senior Backend Software Engineer - Essential SkillsCommercial experience with Java, Kotlin or another JVM languageExperience developing and supporting production softwareStrong understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns and clean codeExperience building scalable APIs and distributed systemsSQL and/or NoSQL databasesPublic or hybrid cloud experienceGit and modern version control practicesDebugging, testing and monitoring applicationsExperience working within Agile development teamsStrong communication and problem?solving skillsDesirable SkillsMicroservices architectureCI/CD pipelinesCloud?native application developmentMonitoring and observability toolsEvent?driven architecturesExperience mentoring or supporting junior engineers#J-*****-Ljbffr


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