Backend Software Engineer (Space applications)

About This Vacancy

You will be involved in the entire software lifecycle: from defining backend architecture and designing APIs to integration, testing, and deployment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams working at the forefront of the aerospace sector. If you have a passion for Python, backend architectures, and want to apply your skills to real space programs, this is the right opportunity to develop technology that goes beyond Earth's atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Python, applying Domain Driven Design (DDD) principles.
• Create and expose REST APIs and integrate them with frontend components.
• Enhance performance, scalability, and reliability of existing backend systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (frontend, DevOps) throughout the development lifecycle.
• Ensure code quality through unit tests, code reviews, and development best practices.
• Support deployment and maintenance activities together with DevOps teams.

What We Expect From You

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields.
• Native Italian speaker, Fluent in English (C1 level).
• Excellent knowledge of Python and backend development best practices.
• Strong experience in DDD, REST API design (e.g., FastAPI), and backend architectures.
• Experience with SQL databases (particularly PostgreSQL) and familiarity with NoSQL concepts.
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka).
• Good knowledge of Docker, Git, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and good communication abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD) and microservices architectures.
• Knowledge of Java, Kotlin, gRPC/Protobuf.
• Experience with AWS cloud and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with Linux environments.

What You Can Expect From Us

TMC is an international high-tech consultancy company that provides expertise to its clients to support them in achieving their technological challenges. As such, TMC operates as an expert center available to its clients, helping them become more competitive in an increasingly global and rapidly evolving technological world. At TMC, we believe that people drive technology. That’s why we aim to create the best possible conditions for technological talents to thrive. We offer you a stimulating work environment where you can manage your own career. Alongside our exceptional technical expertise, fun and engagement are significant parts of our culture.