Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3400 professionals from more than 20 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 50 nationalities contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. Benefits Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees’ wellbeing, offering work-life balance benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport and coaching services. Join a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise. Come & join us on the road to success. #LI-Hybrid About the role The Digital Business team develops AI-powered digital solutions that transform how IDIADA and our global clients operate. We organize complex automotive data and deliver fast, reliable platforms that drive innovation across testing, validation and mobility services — positioning IDIADA as the most digital and customer-oriented company in the industry. What can we offer you? Collaborate with 60+ software engineers in a young, dynamic and multicultural environment High standards, high impact — Work with a passionate team committed to engineering excellence Modern agile practices — Scrum, code reviews, retrospectives and continuous innovation End-to-end ownership — Design, implement and validate applications for the automotive industry Growth at scale — Be part of a large, rapidly expanding organization Our Tech Stack We build on a modern, cloud-native foundation Backend & APIs — Java/Spring Boot, Hibernate, Python (FastAPI/Flask), RESTful & event-driven architectures Data — PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server Frontend — Angular AI/ML — AWS Bedrock, SageMaker, OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini APIs, LangChain, RAG pipelines Cloud & Infrastructure — AWS & GCP, Kubernetes (EKS/GKE), Docker, Terraform/CloudFormation What are we looking for? Experienced full-stack software engineers to design and deliver AI-enabled enterprise applications. We seek talented developers capable of working across the entire technology stack, from robust backend services to modern user interfaces, while integrating cutting-edge AI capabilities into production-grade systems. Requirements Develop backend services using Java/Spring Boot and Python, implementing microservices architectures and RESTful APIs Design and implement data access layers with Hibernate ORM and optimize queries for PostgreSQL and SQL Server Build responsive, modern frontends with Angular Integrate AI/ML services from AWS (Bedrock, SageMaker) and third-party providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini) Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and system reliability Containerize applications with Docker and orchestrate deployments on Kubernetes (EKS/GKE) Deploy and maintain applications across AWS and GCP cloud environments Leverage AI-assisted development tools (AWS Kiro / Claude Code) to enhance productivity Requirements Strong foundation in object-oriented programming and software design patterns Proven ability to deliver full-stack solutions from conception through production deployment Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills Commitment to code quality, testing practices and continuous improvement Enthusiasm for emerging technologies and AI integration Self-motivated with strong problem-solving abilities If you are passionate about building innovative solutions for the automotive industry and want to be part of the complete software development lifecycle, we encourage you to apply. Professional Development Career progression — Clear pathways for technical and leadership growth within the organization Continuous learning — Subsidized specialized training, certifications and language courses Knowledge sharing — Work alongside senior engineers with deep expertise in automotive technology and AI Work Environment Dynamic, innovative culture — Tackle complex challenges in an agile, collaborative setting where your ideas drive real impact Remote work flexibility — Hybrid model supporting work-life balance Multicultural team — Collaborate with 60+ engineers from diverse backgrounds Work-Life Balance & Perks Shuttle bus service — Direct routes from Barcelona and Tarragona Car-sharing app — Internal platform promoting sustainable transportation Subsidized canteen — Quality meals at reduced cost Modern facilities — Access to cutting-edge development tools and infrastructure Impact & Growth Own your work — End-to-end ownership of features from design to production Emerging technologies — Hands-on experience with AI, cloud-native architectures and modern DevOps practices Industry leadership — Contribute to solutions that shape the future of automotive testing and mobility. Requirements 6+ years of professional software development with strong expertise in Java and/or Python Proven track record delivering production-grade enterprise applications from design to deployment Deep knowledge of Spring framework (Core, Boot, MVC, Data, Security) and Hibernate ORM Strong command of SQL and relational database design (PostgreSQL, SQL Server) Experience with RESTful API design and microservices architectures Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins) and modern DevOps practices Bonus: Experience integrating AI/ML services (AWS Bedrock, SageMaker, OpenAI APIs) or working with Angular for full-stack development Technical Foundation Solid understanding of object-oriented programming, SOLID principles and design patterns Strong debugging, profiling and performance optimization skills Experience writing unit, integration and end-to-end tests Version control expertise with Git and collaborative development workflows Requirements Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical discussions Self-driven with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Comfortable working in agile environments (Scrum/Kanban) Requirements Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field (or equivalent practical experience) Languages Fluent in Spanish and English (written and spoken) Additional Information Applus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. 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