Junior Software Engineer (m/f/d) - Identity Access Management Specialist at Sofico

Ghent, East Flanders, Belgium -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Software Engineering, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Keycloak, OAuth, OpenID Connect, Java, Software Module Development, Agile Scrum, Backlog Refinement, Product Ownership, System Thinking, Analytical Mindset, Collaboration, Ownership, PostgreSQL, Oracle

Industry

Software Development

Description

Junior Software Engineer – IAM Specialist About The Job Imagine a world where leasing a car is as seamless as streaming a movie. That’s the future we’re building by creating new solutions that power the automotive finance, leasing, fleet, and mobility sector. As a junior software engineer, you will learn and shape our core platform and product portfolio to meet unique Identity and Access Management (IAM) challenges. You will ensure our IAM solutions are integrated across our foundational platform and product portfolio, aligning the big picture of identity and access across all our systems. It’s about speed, scale, and building a robust IAM foundation that supports our global ecosystem. Your responsibilities will include: Assist in the design, integration and configuration of our IAM foundation using Keycloak to manage identities across a complex business landscape. Implement and manage OAuth and OpenID Connect protocols across our platform and products to ensure seamless and secure access. Build and improve software modules under the guidance of senior engineers, focusing on enhancing our current platform framework and solutions. Collaborate with fellow engineers in an agile Scrum team, participating in stand-ups, backlog refinements, and retrospectives Work closely with Product Owners to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions Engage with our global developer community, share best practices and modern security trends. Your skills and interests You think in systems, not just code. You enjoy breaking down complex problems and are interested in how individual components fit into a "big picture". With a sharp analytical mindset, you tackle problems and design solutions. Collaboration energizes you, whether you're sparring ideas with teammates or aligning with product owners. Taking ownership is second nature. You’re proactive, reliable, and driven to deliver high-quality results. You thrive in a team environment and aren't afraid to ask questions to find the best solution. You’re curious, eager to learn, grow, and push boundaries. What else is expected: A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field Solid understanding of Java (familiarity with Java 17 is a plus) and modern enterprise java frameworks and design patterns. Basic knowledge of identity protocols (OAuth, OIDC) is a plus or a strong desire to become an expert in this domain. Understanding of relational databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MSSQL. Fluent in English, as the role requires interaction with international teams What we offer you Competitive salary package Company car with fuel card/ charging card Meal vouchers Group and hospitalization insurance Additional benefits: bike leasing, flexible working hours and hybrid working situation Join an international, multicultural company with more than 35 years of experience, which doubles in size every 5 years. We encourage a horizontal, open corporate culture where career development and personal growth are central. You benefit from a comprehensive 6-month onboarding, including a dedicated job coach, and receive ongoing learning opportunities. Participate in fun team activities such as after-work drinks, barbecues, family days, and company weekends. Additionally, you work in a modern and easily accessible office, equipped with charging stations for electric cars and bikes, as well as free shared bikes.

Responsibilities

The role involves assisting in the design, integration, and configuration of the Identity and Access Management (IAM) foundation using Keycloak, and implementing security protocols like OAuth and OpenID Connect across the platform. Responsibilities also include building and improving software modules under guidance and collaborating within an agile Scrum team.