Junior Backend Engineer

About the Company

Are you ready to take on the challenge of building the data supply chain? Our team creates cutting-edge software for data extraction, streaming, and exploitation that's used to transform their businesses.

We're looking for talented and innovative technical professionals to join our dynamic team. Our headquarters are based in the beautiful city of Málaga, and we have a brand co-working space in the heart of Santa Cruz de Tenerife to provide even more opportunities for local talent. Plus, we offer the flexibility of remote work options!

Take your career to the next level with our advanced solutions and passionate team!

About the Role

The Junior Backend Engineer supports the development and maintenance of backend software solutions under the guidance of mid and senior engineers. This role focuses on learning foundational programming skills, contributing to codebases, and developing technical expertise. The Junior Backend Developer assists in debugging, testing, and writing backend components while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and efficient software operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and support the team by contributing to the development and maintenance of backend software solutions under guidance.
• Assist in writing and testing simple backend components.
• Collaborate with mid and senior engineers to debug and fix issues.
• Perform code reviews for basic-level tasks, ensuring adherence to coding standards.
• Write basic technical documentation for assigned tasks to support team processes.
• Participate in team meetings, providing updates on assigned tasks and learning opportunities.
• Support the team by identifying and addressing basic technical issues.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 1-2 years of experience in backend development
• Basic understanding of backend programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, Node.js, or C#.
• Familiarity with Git and version control systems.

Key Competencies:

• Effective Communication: Explains basic technical concepts in a clear and simple way, focusing on the understanding of non-technical stakeholders.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Actively collaborates on assigned tasks, supporting and learning from colleagues to contribute to the success of the team.
• Conflict Resolution: Addresses basic conflicts with professionalism, seeking guidance when necessary to reach fair solutions.
• Time Management: Manages workload by setting basic priorities and meeting assigned deadlines under supervision.
• Problem Solving: Tackles basic problems creatively, proposing simple and practical solutions under guidance.
• Proactivity: Takes responsibility for assigned tasks, ensuring they are completed satisfactorily and seeking guidance to improve.
• Attention to Detail: Reviews assigned tasks to ensure accuracy and quality, following basic established standards.
• Open-Minded: Accepts feedback willingly, showing openness to learn and improve in their role.
• Growth Mindset: Displays openness to learning and actively seeks opportunities to develop new skills.
• Continuous Learning: Identifies learning needs and actively engages in training or resources to build foundational skills.

What's in it for you?

· 💰Competitive Paycheck. Plus, Monthly home office allowance for your home office comfort!

· ✨ Dream Team! Work alongside skilled and dynamic colleagues in a flexible environment.

· 🤝 Tackle challenging projects that directly influence our customers' and company's success.

· 🚀We value your happiness and growth! Regular assessments ensure you're challenged and constantly evolving.

· Stay sharp with FREE English classes and an annual Learning & Development budget.

· 🏥 Wellbeing First. Prioritize your health with complete private health insurance.

· ⚖️ Work-Life Balance. Achieve balance with our flexible work model and hybrid way of working.

· Celebrate in style with an extended birthday off and extra day off on the 24th & 31st of December to recharge and reconnect.

· 💼 Bond with colleagues at regular team events and celebrations!

· Tech-tastic Tools. Utilize cutting-edge equipment to stay ahead of the curve.

· ☀️ Work in a beautiful Tenerife office with free drinks, organic fruit 🍏, delicious snacks, and chill break spaces.

Become an Fmitter today!

At FMIT we have a friendly collaborative culture and a united team vision. All of our #Fmitters have the ability to make a big impact (we love high ambition mindsets). Our work is rewarding and we help each other win by creating a supportive and collaborative environment for one another. Take a look at our opening and send us your application - we look forward to hearing from you!