Software Engineer
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## Closer to Space, closer to the Future: join Telespazio – Leonardo Space Division! Leonardo is a leading global industrial group in Aerospace, Defence and Security, delivering advance multi-domain technologies across Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cybersecurity, and Space.
As part of the Leonardo Space Division,Telespazio a joint venture between Leonardo (67%) and Thales (33%), is a global reference in the field of satellite solutions and services.
With a workforce of over 3.500 professionals across its offices in Europe and around the world, Telespazio operates an international network of Space Centres and Teleports, offering cutting-edge solutions in Geoinformation Services, Satellite Systems and Operations, and Satellite Communications. Join us as we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in Space.
For our headquarters in Rome, we are looking for a Software Engineer with3–5 yearsof hands-on experience in designing, developing and testing software solutions, services and front-end applications for Ground Segment systems.
The ideal candidate has a strong full-stack orientation, with experience in cloud-native application development and in designing and developing enterprise applications based on microservices architectures and multi-device, multi-platform technologies.
The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary team and collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, contributing to projects managed according to Agile/SCRUM methodologies. ## Activities and Responsibilities - Design, develop and unit test software solutions and end-to-end applications using modern technologies in public and hybrid cloud environments - Design and adopt automated DevSecOps pipelines - Contribute to the preparation and maintenance of technical project documentation, including Requirements Documents, Operations Concept Documents, Operations Engineering Plans, User Manuals and Administration Manuals - Support project reviews and technical meetings when required ## Competencies - Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or Information Engineering - 3–5 years of hands-on experience in software development and microservices-based applications - Strong knowledge of software design principles - Proven experience in microservices application design - Knowledge of programming languages: Java, Python - Knowledge of front-end technologies: Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript, Flask, Liferay - Knowledge of back-end technologies: Spring Boot, API Gateway, Message Queue (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.) - Knowledge of IaaS, PaaS, SaaS and CaaS concepts - Knowledge of container orchestration frameworks, such as Kubernetes and OpenShift - Knowledge of Linux and Linux scripting - Knowledge of security coding standards, including OWASP and CWE/SANS - Experience with the AI agent development ecosystem, such as LangChain, Semantic Kernel and CrewAI, and ability to integrate generative AI components within microservices architectures, including guardrails, output validation and error management in asynchronous workflows - Knowledge of quality standards and applicable provisions - High-level written and verbal English communication skills - Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team - Familiarity with Agile/SCRUM methodologies ## Further Skills - Knowledge of relational database (PostgreSQL, Oracle) - Knowledge of not relational database and analytics (MongoDB, Elastic) - Knowledge about configuration management domain (GIT, GITLAB, etc) - Knowledge of software security mechanisms (encryption, signature) - Experience in Multiple technology stacks application development - Experience writing for Applications automation in Cloud - Experience with at least one Commercial Public Cloud (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, etc) - Basic understanding of networking: TCP/IP, IP addresses, HTTP, DNS ## What We Offer - Our applicable collective labor agreement is the CCNL for the Private Metalworking Industry and Plant Installation Sector - Working arrangement: Hybrid - Employment category: Employee - Contract type: Permanent-term - 13th-month salary payment - Performance bonus linked to Business results - Welfare vouchers worth €250 per year - Meal vouchers worth €9, usable at the company cafeteria or for external expenses - Continuous learning and development opportunities to enhance both technical expertise and interpersonal skills ## How Does the Recruitment Process Work?
Following the collection of applications, we review and identify the candidates whose profiles best match the required qualifications and skills. Selected candidates will participate in an initial interview with the Human Resources team, focused on getting to know the candidate, as well as assessing motivation and personal competencies.
This is followed by a more in-depth technical interview conducted together with the relevant Business team. At the end of the selection process, candidates receive feedback regardless of the outcome, whether positive or negative.
For more information, please visit the following link: Join a Global Company Why Telespazio: At Telespazio, the well-being, safety and development of our people are at the heart of our corporate culture. We actively foster an inclusive, diverse and stimulating work environment, promoting the principles of equity and the value of diversity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. ## Seniority Expert ## Primary Location IT - Roma - Via Tiburtina, 965 ## Contract Type Permanent ## Total Base Pay Range 42.000€ - 46.000€ ## Hybrid Working Hybrid
From Telespazio's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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