Software Developer

Introduction

Serco is a trusted leader in Space Services, with a proud history spanning over 55 years and a track record of supporting more than 50 space missions for world-renowned agencies like ESA and NASA. Our expertise covers the entire space lifecycle—from satellite testing and launch services to spacecraft operations, space surveillance, and data management—making us a key partner in advancing national strategies and driving innovation in the New Space era.

We are currently searching for a Mid Level Software Developer to join our international team in Rome and work on a full time, permanent position with a remote working style and excellent opportunities for career progress.

The Software Developer is part of the ECLIPSE Product Development team and contributes to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of the ECLIPSE suite of products—essential software supporting the Space sector. Working within an Agile environment, the Software Developer delivers high-quality software, collaborates closely with team members, and continuously develops technical expertise while contributing to the success of the product.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software features throughout the development lifecycle.
• Take ownership of assigned features from implementation through deployment and ongoing maintenance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following established development standards.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving code quality.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Tech Leads, and other developers to refine requirements and deliver solutions.
• Participate actively in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, estimation, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and production issues.
• Contribute ideas to improve development processes, tooling, and engineering practices.
• Keep technical knowledge up to date and pursue continuous professional development.

Profile

• Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years' experience in Java web application development.
• Experience with:
  • Java/J2EE
  • Spring Boot, Spring, Hibernate
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript
  • Front-end frameworks (Angular, jQuery or similar)
  • Oracle and/or PostgreSQL
  • Git, SVN, or other version control systems

• Good understanding of software engineering principles and Agile methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a development team.

Nice to Have

• Java certifications
• Experience with Struts Framework
• MongoDB
• Lucene
• Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD

What We Offer: More Than Just a Job

• National Collective Labor Agreement (CCNL Commercio)
• Remote working model
• Permanent employment contract
• Salary range: 35k-45k
• 13th and 14th monthly salary payments
• Meal, snacks, and free coffee when on-site at Serco Rome Office
• Health insurance coverage, also extended to family members
• Life insurance
• Company-sponsored training programs
• Shuttle service to the Rome office
• Discounted membership at Fit Express Roma sports center
• Discounts at retail stores within the Domus shopping center (restaurants, hairdressers, beauty services, etc.)

The Company reserves the right to evaluate the appropriate job level and compensation package based on objective criteria emerging during the selection process, in line with the candidate’s seniority and the role requirements, and in compliance with principles of fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity as set out by applicable law.