Senior Backend Engineer
RocaSalvatella · Sant Cugat del Vallès, Catalonia, Spain
- On site
- Full-time
- €75,000 / year
- Sant Cugat del Vallès, Catalonia, Spain
Job highlights
- Design and deploy AI solutions and digital platforms.
- Develop scalable backend architectures for AI projects.
- Lead cloud deployments on AWS/Azure.
- Define technical standards and best practices.
- Integrate with corporate systems like SAP and ERP.
About the role
Senior Backend Engineer at RocaSalvatella
Join RocaSalvatella as a Senior Backend Engineer and be part of a leading consultancy in digital transformation, innovation, and business. We partner with large organizations to help them adapt to the digital environment, combining strategy, technology, and talent to create real, sustainable impact. We believe in co-creation with the client, agility, and a results-oriented approach. We design and implement solutions that transform how organizations work, innovate, and grow.
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join our AI Solutions team. Your mission will be to design and develop the backend architecture and cloud infrastructure for the team's AI solutions and digital platforms for national and international client projects.
Your Impact
- You will be key in designing and deploying AI platforms used by multiple clients, ensuring they are robust, modular, and scalable.
- You will design scalable backend architectures for AI solutions and digital platforms.
- You will lead production deployments on AWS/Azure (containers, serverless, CI/CD).
- You will define technical standards, APIs, and team best practices.
- You will ensure design and integration with corporate systems (ERP, CRM, SAP).
- You will collaborate with the Tech Lead on AI solution architecture decisions: LLM serving, data pipelines, and RAG infrastructure.
- You will identify technical debt and propose improvements to existing infrastructure.
- You will be a technical reference in backend and cloud within the AI team, reporting to the AI Tech Lead.
Requirements
- Degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or similar.
- 4-6 years of experience in backend development.
- At least 2-3 years in cloud environments (AWS and/or Azure).
- Fluent in Spanish, Catalan, and English.
Technical Knowledge Expected
- Demonstrated experience in AWS and/or Azure: managed services, application deployment, production environment configuration.
- Proficiency in containers and orchestration: Docker and Kubernetes at an operational level.
- Experience in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines.
- Python and Typescript as primary languages with proficiency in backend patterns: REST APIs, microservices, dependency management, and testing.
- Judgment to design scalable, modular, and secure systems, with a vision for replicability across projects.
- Experience integrating with corporate systems: SAP, ERP, CRM, or similar.
Highly Valued
- Experience in deploying and operating AI solutions in production: LLM serving, model monitoring, RAG architectures.
- Knowledge of IaC (Terraform, Pulumi, or similar).
- Familiarity with automation tools (n8n or others) and low-code environments.
- Experience collaborating with Frontend teams (UI/UX).
- Experience in multi-client projects or in a technology consultancy.
- Certifications in AWS or Azure (Solutions Architect, Developer, or equivalent).
What We Offer
- Flexible working hours and hybrid work model.
- Permanent contract.
- Flexible remuneration plan with Cobee.
- Intensive workdays until 3 PM every Friday of the year.
- Be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team with a cultural environment based on trust, responsible autonomy, and collaboration.
- Participate in strategic projects for leading national and international clients.
At RocaSalvatella, we are firmly committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, creating an environment where everyone can develop and contribute their best version.
Key skills/competency
- Senior Backend Engineer
- Cloud Architecture
- AWS
- Azure
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- CI/CD
- Python
- API Design
- System Integration
Skills & topics
- Senior Backend Engineer
- Backend Development
- Cloud Engineering
- AI Solutions
- AWS
- Azure
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- CI/CD
- Python
- Typescript
- Microservices
- API Design
- System Integration
- RAG
- LLM Serving
- Consultancy
- Digital Transformation
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your backend experience, cloud skills (AWS/Azure), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and CI/CD expertise. Quantify achievements.
- Showcase AI/ML knowledge: Emphasize any experience with LLM serving, data pipelines, or RAG architectures, as this is highly valued.
- Demonstrate cloud proficiency: Detail your experience with managed services, deployment, and production environment configuration on AWS or Azure.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss backend patterns, scalable system design, API development, and integration challenges.
- Research RocaSalvatella: Understand their focus on digital transformation and AI solutions to align your answers with their mission.
Technical preparation
Practice designing scalable backend systems.,Review Docker and Kubernetes operational concepts.,Build and deploy a sample CI/CD pipeline.,Implement REST APIs using Python/Typescript.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex backend system you designed.,How do you handle technical debt and propose solutions?,Explain your experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.,How do you ensure system scalability and modularity?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Senior Backend Engineer at RocaSalvatella?
- As a Senior Backend Engineer at RocaSalvatella, your primary responsibilities include designing and developing backend architecture and cloud infrastructure for AI solutions and digital platforms. You'll lead production deployments, define technical standards, integrate with corporate systems, and collaborate on AI architecture decisions, reporting to the AI Tech Lead.
- What technical skills are essential for the Senior Backend Engineer role at RocaSalvatella?
- Essential technical skills include 4-6 years of backend development experience, 2-3 years in AWS/Azure environments, proficiency in Docker/Kubernetes, CI/CD pipeline implementation, and strong command of Python and Typescript. Experience with REST APIs, microservices, and secure, scalable system design is also crucial.
- Does RocaSalvatella offer remote work for the Senior Backend Engineer position?
- RocaSalvatella offers a hybrid work model, combining remote work with in-office presence. This allows for flexibility while maintaining team collaboration and engagement.
- What kind of projects can I expect to work on as a Senior Backend Engineer at RocaSalvatella?
- You will work on strategic projects for leading national and international clients, focusing on designing and deploying AI platforms, digital solutions, and integrating complex corporate systems. This includes LLM serving, data pipelines, and RAG infrastructure.
- What is the expected experience level for the Senior Backend Engineer position?
- RocaSalvatella is looking for candidates with 4-6 years of experience in backend development. A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in cloud environments like AWS or Azure is also required.
- Are there opportunities for career growth at RocaSalvatella for a Senior Backend Engineer?
- Yes, as a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be a technical reference within the AI team, reporting to the AI Tech Lead. This role offers the chance to work on strategic projects for top clients and contribute significantly to AI solution architecture, providing a strong foundation for career advancement.
- What languages are required for the Senior Backend Engineer role at RocaSalvatella?
- Fluent communication in Spanish, Catalan, and English is required for this Senior Backend Engineer position at RocaSalvatella to effectively collaborate with national and international clients and teams.