--- title: 'Associate Software Engineer - Spain at Auctane' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/associate-software-engineer-spain-auctane-madrid-gkcz5x7dbspx' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-07' --- # Associate Software Engineer - Spain at Auctane - **Company:** Auctane - **Location:** Madrid, Spain - **Posted:** 2026-09-02 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/auctane/jobs/7827961003 ## Job description ## About us At Auctane, we are united by a passion to help businesses deliver — whatever their size, wherever they are, and however they operate. We make it possible for businesses to meet the ever-changing requirements of their industry and customer expectations. Auctane products enable hundreds of thousands of businesses to annually mail and ship billions of items — over $200 billion worth — to recipients around the globe. The Auctane family of mailing and shipping software products includes ShipStation, Stamps.com, ShipStation API, Metapack, GlobalPost, and Packlink. Our partners include Amazon, UPS, USPS, eBay, BigCommerce, Shopify, WooCommerce, and Walmart. ## Our values Win as One. Delight Customers. Deliver Great Outcomes. ## About the role As an Associate Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of software solutions under the guidance of senior engineers. Your role will involve assisting in implementing features, fixing issues, and learning programming best practices to support the team’s objectives. You will collaborate with colleagues to understand project requirements, deliver structured code, and participate in code reviews to improve code quality and absorb feedback. You will support testing and debugging processes to ensure software reliability while learning to work with cloud-based tools, APIs, and frameworks. This role is based in Madrid in a hybrid remote setup. What will you be doing? - Developing software components under the supervision of senior engineers, adhering to functional requirements. - Write clean, maintainable code following team guidelines and company best practices. - Participate in software testing processes, identify bugs, and assist in resolving issues. - Contribute to the development of cloud-based API components and microservices with guidance from senior engineers. - Seek technical guidance and feedback from senior team members to improve coding and problem-solving skills. - Follow team priorities and contribute to task completion within established timelines. - Solve well-defined technical problems with support from experienced engineers. - Collaborate with team members and other departments, such as product teams to ensure alignment with project goals. - Communicate openly with team members and stakeholders, asking questions to clarify requirements. - Actively participate in team discussions and knowledge-sharing activities. - Learn from code reviews and feedback to improve technical proficiency. - Share knowledge with peers through documentation or informal discussions. - Communicate openly with local and remote team members under guidance. - Focus on learning new technologies and tools to expand technical capabilities. What are we looking for? - Proficiency in object-oriented programming concepts, algorithms, and data structures. - Willingness to learn software architecture basics and product development workflows. - Orientation toward task automation to save time and effort. - Implementation of improvements and optimizations in daily operations. - Familiarity with deployment processes and ability to assist in deployments. - Capacity to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines with guidance from the team. - Knowledge of C# programming language and familiarity with additional languages is a plus. - Experience with Agile methodologies and interest in learning DevOps practices. - Basic awareness of cloud platforms and willingness to learn cloud infrastructure automation. - Knowledge and experience in the use of design patterns. - Proactive attitude toward learning from code reviews, documentation, and mentorship. - Problem-solving skills for troubleshooting well-defined technical issues. - English at a communicative level. The tech stack - Experience with: - C# .NET or Java - TypeScript - Javascript - Amazon Web Services What do we offer? 💸 Clear and transparent compensation plan. The salary range goes from 23,000 € to 30,000 €. We will discuss the indicated range with you in the first recruiting call to ensure that we are on the same page. 💰 Flexible salary benefits Save on personal income tax with Cobee for expenses like transport, restaurants, and kindergarten. 🩺 Private health insurance Free for all employees via Cigna, plus we cover 50% for your family members. 🌅 Generous time off Enjoy 26 days of holiday per year (23 base days + your 🎂 birthday off, Christmas Eve, and New Year’s Eve). 💻 Your gear, your choice Whether you prefer Mac or Windows, or need an extra screen, we’ll make sure you’re set up for success from day one. 🗓️ Annual Salary Review We’re committed to recognizing your professional growth. Every year, we review salaries to reflect your individual development, achievements, and impact on our business success. 📙 Grow your skills We offer up to €2000/year in training (certifications, conferences, workshops) to boost your growth—both technical and personal. 📺 Learning resources Access internal and external training, including platforms like LinkedIn Learning, completely free. 🧘‍♂️ Holistic wellness program Includes access to Wellhub, Curalinc (psychological support), Rocketlawyer (legal advice), and regular health webinars & challenges. 😊 Volunteer day Take one day off a year to volunteer and give back. Bonus points for sharing pics on Slack! 👩‍⚕️ Free therapy vouchers Because your mental health matters. 🏐 Health & wellness support Get up to €55/month to cover your gym or fitness classes (yoga, boxing, pilates, etc.). 🗺️ Weekly language classes Improve or learn a new language (English, Spanish, French, Italian, or German) in small groups with expert instructors—on us! 🏥 Time for health Get 8 hours per year for personal medical appointments and 10 hours per year to support your family’s medical needs. ⚖️ Work-life balance We’re flexible and people-first. We know life happens, and we aim to make work work for you. 💜 Inclusive, upbeat culture No suits here—just a welcoming, casual, and respectful space where diversity is celebrated, and you can be your full self. 🌍 A global, multicultural team We’re made up of 20+ nationalities, speaking 10+ languages. All communication is in English, so everyone’s included. 📦 Packlink Pro discount Enjoy 99% off your personal shipments using our platform. 🔗 Referral bonuses Know someone amazing? Earn €1K–€3K when you refer candidates we hire—depending on the role. 🏢 Central Madrid office When you want a change of scenery, drop by our office in the heart of Madrid—free snacks and drinks included! 🏟️ Team events We work hard and play hard with regular team-building activities and meetups. ## #LI-HYBRID ## About Auctane ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Auctane provides AI-powered shipping and fulfillment software for businesses of all sizes, operating a portfolio of brands including ShipStation, Stamps.com, and Metapack. - **Entity Type**: Private (acquired by Thoma Bravo in 2021, recently merged with WWEX Group to form ShipStation Global as of June 2026) - **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States - **Founded**: Not publicly available - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - Primary industry: Logistics technology / Shipping and fulfillment software - Target customers: SMBs, e-commerce merchants, and enterprises (B2B and B2C) - Mission statement: To connect businesses to a world of opportunity by providing the tools and scale needed to make logistics a competitive advantage. ## Products & Services - **[ShipStation](https://www.shipstationglobal.com)**: Leading multi-carrier shipping software for e-commerce and retail businesses (SaaS). - **[Stamps.com](https://stamps.com)**: Postage and shipping solution for businesses (SaaS). - **[Metapack](https://metapack.com)**: Carrier management and delivery experience platform for retailers (SaaS/API). - **[Packlink](https://packlink.com)**: Shipping platform for small businesses and consumers (SaaS). - **[ShipEngine](https://shipengine.com)**: Shipping API for developers and platforms (API). - **[ShippingEasy](https://shippingeasy.com)**: Shipping and fulfillment software for online sellers (SaaS). - **[Endicia](https://endicia.com)**: PC postage and shipping software (SaaS/desktop). - **[ShipWorks](https://shipworks.com)**: Shipping software for order management (SaaS/desktop). - **Return Rabbit**: Returns management solution (SaaS). ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private; acquired by Thoma Bravo in 2021 for an undisclosed sum; debt financing of undisclosed amount led by Blackstone Credit in July 2021) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of approximately **$758M** (latest available) — [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/auctane) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Thoma Bravo (majority owner), CVC Funds (minority stake in combined ShipStation Global), Blackstone Credit (debt financing). Carrier partners: 75+ LTL carriers, 350 regional/national/international carriers, 45,000 truckload carriers. - **Growth Signals**: In June 2026, Auctane merged with WWEX Group to form ShipStation Global, creating a combined entity with 3,500+ employees and serving 3+ million customers. Auctane’s headcount grew 19.3% YoY (812 employees). Active job postings increased 29.3% YoY — [ShipStation Global Press Release](https://www.shipstationglobal.com/press/shipstation-global/) ## Competitive Advantages - **Massive carrier network**: 45,000+ carrier partnerships and 600+ technology integrations create a deep moat in logistics connectivity. - **AI-powered automation**: The company uses machine learning to optimize carrier selection, label generation, and returns — giving SMBs enterprise-grade logistics capabilities. - **Brand portfolio breadth**: From postage (Stamps.com) to delivery experience (Metapack) to returns (Return Rabbit), Auctane covers the full shipping lifecycle. ## Strategic Focus - **Post-merger integration** with WWEX Group to build ShipStation Global as a unified intelligent logistics platform for small and mid-sized shippers. - **Deepening AI capabilities** to automate supply chain decisions and provide real-time analytics. - **Expanding global footprint** with local offices in Poland, Spain, UK, Philippines, Australia, and across the US. ## Why Work Here - **Hybrid & flexible work**: The company offers flexible and hybrid work options connecting global teams — [ShipStation Global Careers](https://www.shipstationglobal.com/careers/) - **Perks**: Competitive pay and bonuses, comprehensive medical/dental/vision, global wellness program, mental health resources, employee assistance, fitness perks, generous PTO, employee referral program, and matching charitable donations. - **Engineering culture**: Technical roles make up ~18% of the workforce (246 employees), and the company invests in security, cloud engineering, and data science. Open roles include Full Stack Software Engineer, Security Engineer, and Software Engineer Intern. - **Company values**: “We’re better together,” “Make it right,” “Play to win,” “Win as one” — emphasizing collaboration, integrity, and competitive drive. - **Global presence**: Over 60 locations worldwide, with major hubs in Austin, Dallas, London, Manila, and Zielona Gora. *Note: Employee reviews on LinkedIn rate the company 2.8/5 (210 reviews), with culture at 2.9 and career opportunities at 2.3 — potential areas to probe during interviews.* ## Sources 1. [Auctane LinkedIn Company Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/auctane) 2. [ShipStation Global Press Release – Merger Announcement](https://www.shipstationglobal.com/press/shipstation-global/) 3. [ShipStation Global Careers Page](https://www.shipstationglobal.com/careers/) 4. [Auctane Greenhouse Jobs Board](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/auctane) 5. 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