Junior Backend Engineer

About Marosa:
Marosa is a leading FinTech company based in Vigo, specialising in tax technology. Our mission is to simplify global VAT compliance for multinational companies through powerful and user-centric software.

We are looking for a Junior Backend Engineer to join our growing engineering team. This is a great opportunity to take the next step in your backend development career, working alongside experienced engineers on real products used by multinational clients.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot, with guidance from senior engineers.

• Help build and improve RESTful APIs consumed by internal and external clients.

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following team standards.

• Participate in code reviews, both giving and receiving feedback to grow as an engineer.

• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver end-to-end solutions.

• Learn about system architecture, performance, reliability, and security in a production environment.

• Contribute to deployment and monitoring tasks as part of your professional development.

What We Are Looking For:

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

• Around 1–2 years of experience with Java and object-oriented programming (internships, traineeships, or professional experience all count).

• Familiarity with Spring Boot or willingness to learn it quickly.

• Basic understanding of REST APIs and how web applications communicate.

• A problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude.

• Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and grow within a supportive team.

Bonus:

• Personal or academic projects showcasing backend development skills.

• Exposure to version control systems such as Git.

• Familiarity with databases (SQL or NoSQL).

• Interest in Docker, CI/CD, or cloud environments.

Why Join Us?

• Learn by doing — work on real FinTech products that solve complex problems for global enterprises.

• Grow fast with mentorship from experienced engineers who are invested in your development.

• Join a collaborative and ambitious team where your ideas and contributions matter from day one.

• Develop your skills through exposure to modern technologies and best practices.

• Thrive in a culture that values ownership, growth, and impact.

• Enjoy great perks, including a fully stocked kitchen with snacks and a Metropolitan gym membership.

If you are eager to start your backend engineering career building products used by multinational companies, we would love to meet you!