Senior Software Engineer

Qualifyze; España; Hybrid; PHP 5,327,000 - 7,102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Vacation package

Private health care

Annual personal development budget

Work from anywhere for up to 3 months

Annual company event

Annual all-hands event

International team

Job summary

A dynamic technology company is seeking a Senior Java Software Engineer to join their team in Romblon, Philippines. In this role, you'll lead the backend architecture and collaborate with various teams to deliver scalable solutions. Ideal candidates have strong expertise in Java and Spring, along with a pragmatic approach to technical challenges. The position offers competitive compensation, hybrid working options, and a culture valuing diversity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in backend engineering aligned with company tech stack.
• Proficient in Java and Spring framework.
• Hands-on experience with event-driven systems.
• Experience with clean architectures, testing, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Guide backend architecture and testing decisions.
• Own and solve complex tasks within large projects.
• Mentor peers and support decision-making.

Skills

Strong backend engineering

Java expertise

Spring framework

Clean architectures

Testing practices

Event-driven systems

PostgreSQL

Pragmatic technical solutions

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Java Software Engineer to join our Tech department, specifically the Engineering team. You’ll be part of a growing team of over 50 people working across engineering and data.

At Qualifyze, software engineering is more than just writing code, it’s about shaping the future. We’re looking for engineers who understand that every line they write contributes to tomorrow’s legacy. On our team, you’ll focus on shortening feedback loops, building scalable solutions, and maintaining clear communication with the business. You’ll champion clean architectures, solid testing strategies, and domain-driven design principles to ensure we deliver real value, every step of the way.

Main responsibilities:

• Guide backend architecture, testing, and technical decisions across teams, ensuring high-quality delivery and best practices.
• Own and solve complex tasks within large projects, or lead small projects independently
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with team members, the DevOps team, product managers, and the design team. You will lead the technical approach translating product requirements into clear, functional solutions.
• Mentor peers and support pragmatic decision-making, balancing business priorities with technical needs.
• Follow, contribute to, and ensure adherence to our team’s working agreements.
• Work autonomously, taking ownership of stories, programming, and coordinating tasks without external assistance.

Requirements:

• We’re looking for a strong backend engineer with experience in our tech stack alignment with our ways of working.
• Strong expertise in Java stack and Spring framework.
• Pragmatic approach to technical solutions.
• Proficient in clean architectures, good practices and testing.
• Hands‑on experience with event‑driven systems.
• Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL.
• Nice to have: experience designing systems with security and compliance by default, following best practices for regulated environments.
• You’ll be working in an international environment, so daily communication will be in English.

What do we offer?

• 💰 Competitive, annually reviewed compensation package
• 🌴 Country vacation package that increases with your tenure
• 🏋🏽 ♀️ Country specific benefits offering incl. private health care, fitness and meal allowances
• 🚀 Annual personal development budget to increase your impact
• 🌎 Hybrid working mode, plus up to 3 months of the year work from anywhere.
• 💻 All the best kit and tools to work effectively
• 🎉 Annual in person all company event and celebration in Europe
• 👫 Working with an exceptional team, doing some of the best work of your career

At Qualifyze, we value diversity and inclusion, recognizing the strength that complementary talents and perspectives bring to our team. Join us and help drive innovation, tackle challenges, and create meaningful change.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, disability, or age.

Our hiring practices are rooted in fairness and respect, and we strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered.