Senior Backend Engineer - Up To €85.000 A Year

Lawrence Harvey
Madrid, Spain
12 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
€85,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Artificial Intelligence Application Integration Architecture Application Testing Software Debugging Python (Programming Language) Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) Web Application Frameworks Backend Build Management Information Technology Front End Software Development

Job description

Senior Backend Engineer (Robotics)Want to build backend systems that power autonomous robots operating in complex industrial environments?A fast-growing robotics company is scaling its autonomous inspection platform used across large industrial facilities worldwide.Their robots combine advanced mobility, autonomy, and AI to perform routine inspections safely and efficiently in environments that are difficult for humans to access.They’re looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to design and build the backend systems and APIs that underpin the next generation of robotic applications, enabling deep integrations with customer systems and cloud platforms.What You’ll Be DoingDesign, build, and maintain scalable backend systems and APIs for robotic applicationsDevelop core services supporting inspection workflows and end-to-end solutionsBuild foundational backend systems that enable effective web and product developmentDebug and test applications in simulation, in-house, and in real-world deploymentsCollaborate with external partners to integrate third-party systems and solutionsAdvocate for modern web frameworks and backend best practicesWrite clean, testable code and clear technical documentationContribute to planning, prioritisation, and delivery of team objectivesWhat They’re Looking ForDegree in Computer Science, Engineering, Robotics, or similarStrong experience designing and building maintainable, scalable APIsStrong in Type Script and backend web technologiesAbility to work across multiple languages such as Python/C++Strong interface-driven design mindset with a focus on API consistency and usabilityExperience testing, debugging, monitoring, and improving production backend systemsStrong collaboration and communication skills in hybrid or distributed teamsComfort working across disciplines with product, frontend, and design teamsNice to HaveExperience with backend frameworks such as Nest JSExposure to MQTT or industrial communication patternsExperience integrating APIs with third-party enterprise systemsFrontend development experienceInterest in robotics-related domains such as sensor data or resource-constrained systemsHybrid working in Barcelona, open to relocators.You must be eligible to work in Spain without visa restrictions in order to applySalary up to €85,000 + bonus + benefits.Want to help build the backend foundations behind autonomous robotic inspection systems deployed globally?Apply now for immediate consideration.

Requirements

objectivesWhat They’re Looking ForDegree in Computer Science, Engineering, Robotics, or similarStrong experience designing and building maintainable, scalable APIsStrong in Type Script and backend web technologiesAbility to work across multiple languages such as Python/C++Strong interface-driven design mindset with a focus on API consistency and usabilityExperience testing, debugging, monitoring, and improving production backend systemsStrong collaboration and communication skills in hybrid or distributed teamsComfort working across disciplines with product, frontend, and design teamsNice to HaveExperience with backend frameworks such as Nest JSExposure to MQTT or industrial communication patternsExperience integrating APIs with third-party enterprise systemsFrontend development experienceInterest in robotics-related domains such as sensor data or resource-constrained systemsHybrid working in Barcelona, open to relocators.You must be eligible to work in Spain without visa restrictions in order to applySalary up to €85,000 + bonus + benefits.Want to help build the backend foundations behind autonomous robotic inspection systems deployed globally?

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A fast-growing robotics company is scaling its autonomous inspection platform used across large industrial facilities worldwide.

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