Software Developer and Tester

Location:

Frascati , Italy Final date to receive applications:
18 February 2026 Reference number:
0439

Are you looking for a new opportunity to take your career to a higher orbit? To join an international group with a successful track record in Space Engineering? A job adapted to your career ambitions and in which you could have an impact for the years to come?

We’re seeking a motivated Mid-Level Full Stack Developer to join our expanding engineering team. In this role, you’ll contribute to the design and development of high‑quality applications across a variety of projects, working with Java Spring Boot backend services, frontend interfaces, and software testing activities. If you’re passionate about clean code, continuous learning, and building reliable, well‑tested software, we’d love to hear from you.

The ESA Centre for Earth Observation is the European Space Agency’s (ESA) based in Frascati, Italy. From this location ESA conducts most of their earth observation research, including data analysis and distribution for other non-ESA satellites.

This position is open to protected categories under Italian Law 68/99 ("Rules for the right to work of disabled people").

The scope of work will include:

• Developing and maintaining robust backend services using Java Spring Boot
• Designing and implementing RESTful APIs, ensuring smooth integrations with both internal and external systems.
• Optimizing application performance, security, and scalability to ensure reliable, high‑quality delivery.
• Building intuitive, user‑friendly interfaces using modern frontend frameworks such as Angular, React, or similar technologies.
• Ensuring responsive, accessible, and high‑quality UI/UX.
• Writing unit, integration, and end‑to‑end tests.
• Developing and maintaining automated test suites using Type Script, leveraging tools such as Jest, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Participating in code reviews and help uphold high standards of code quality across the team.
• Working closely with product owners, designers, and fellow developers to deliver cohesive, well‑aligned solutions.
• Contributing to technical analysis, project planning, and documentation to support clear and efficient development workflows.
• Supporting multiple ongoing, adapting to diverse business needs and varying technical stacks.

The following skills and experience are mandatory:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Informatics/Electronics Engineering or similar.
• At least 3 years of experience as a Full Stack Developer or as a Backend/Frontend Developer.
• Hands‑on experience with Java, Spring Boot, and REST API development.
• Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., Postgre
  
  SQL, MySQL) and familiarity with Git and version‑control best practices.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn, grow, and work across multiple project domains.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset and ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of quality.
• Curiosity, proactiveness, and a strong desire for continuous professional growth.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

The following skills and experience would be highly desirable:

• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Azure Dev Ops, Git Hub Actions, Jenkins, Sonar Qube or similar platforms.
• Hands‑on work with with stack cloud platforms administration.
• Knowledge/Experience on Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Exposure to Earth Observation.
• Practical knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with frontend test automation tools such as Playwright or similar.
• Basic understanding of microservices architecture.

• You will have the opportunity to work within leading space organisations across Europe.
• We encourage everyone to think outside the box and to push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward‑thinking company and allows for a deeper understanding of the industry.
• To be part of a company that…