Software Engineer

About the Position

Software Engineer

Job Overview

As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of Leaf Space’s Business team projects: our commercial customer portal and billing platform. Working closely with senior engineers, the Product Owner, and stakeholders, you will help implement new features, improve existing functionality, and gain exposure to the full software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test new features, including RESTful APIs for billing software and intuitive user interfaces for the customer portal.
• Support the development lifecycle of software features, from design to deployment.
• Develop backend services, business logic, and integrations with commercial systems.
• Build and maintain frontend applications using Vue.js to support operational and commercial workflows.
• Collaborate with the Product Owner to refine requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Integrate third-party services and internal systems via APIs.
• Troubleshoot bugs, performance issues, and ensure system reliability.
• Maintain clear and up-to-date technical documentation.
• Contribute to system improvements and performance optimization initiatives.
• Use GitLab for version control, collaboration, and code reviews.
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines.

Requirements

Tech Skills

• 1-3 years of experience in software development.
• Good knowledge of Python and JavaScript.
• Experience with at least one frontend framework (preferably Vue.js).
• Understanding of API design and integration.
• Basic knowledge of Docker and containerized applications.
• Interest in cloud technologies and modern software development methodologies.

Soft Skills

• Collaborative approach and ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Problem-solving attitude with attention to detail.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts.
• Fluency in Italian and professional proficiency in English.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with Kubernetes and cloud environments (GCP or similar).
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of system integration and microservices architectures.

We Offer

• A flat and collaborative organizational structure.
• A fast-paced and professional environment within a rapidly growing space scale-up.
• Challenging projects with real impact on the global space ecosystem.
• An international and diverse workplace.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including a welfare platform, meal vouchers, a hybrid work policy supporting work-life balance, and training opportunities.

Compensation & Transparency

• Reports to: Head of Engineering
• Internal Seniority Level: P2-Professional
• Job location: Lomazzo (Como), Italy (up to 2 remote working days per week)
• Salary range: €32,000-35,000 gross annual salary
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including welfare platform and meal vouchers and access to a learning platform
• Expected start date: as soon as possible

About the Company

Leaf Space

Leaf Space operates a fully owned, globally distributed network of ground stations, empowering satellite operators to communicate with their spacecraft in the simplest and most flexible way. Leaf Space enables TT&C (Telemetry, Tracking, and Command) and payload data transmissions via an easy-to-use interface, a proprietary autonomous scheduling software, and its network’s global coverage. Founded in 2014, Leaf Space has offices in Lomazzo (Italy) and in Delaware (US).