Software Developer

h3Software Engineer
- Java Backend (m/f/d) /h3 pbGhent, Belgium /b /p pbWhy SOFICO? /b /p pAt SOFICO, we’re shaping the future of mobility
- and we’re doing it together. Our software, Miles, is a leading platform that enables companies worldwide to manage their leasing, fleet, and mobility operations in one integrated system. Every day, we help our customers work smarter, more efficiently, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. /p pBehind that impact is a close-knit, international team that values collaboration, ownership, and continuous growth. We move forward with ambition but stay grounded in a culture where people support each other and take pride in what they build. /p pFrom our headquarters in bGhent /b , we’re looking for a bSoftware Engineer
- Java Backend /b to join our bProduct Engineering team /b and help shape the continued evolution of the Miles platform. /p pIn this role, you’ll work on the core product capabilities behind Miles, building scalable backend services that are used across customers and markets. You’ll work closely with other engineers, architects and product stakeholders to turn complex business domains into robust, reusable software solutions. /p pbWhat you’ll do… /b /p ul lipDesign, develop and evolve bJava backend services within the Miles product ecosystem /b ; /p /li lipTranslate complex business domains into well-designed, maintainable software solutions using bDomain-Driven Design (DDD) /b principles; /p /li lipBuild reusable product capabilities that can serve different customers, markets and use cases; /p /li lipDesign and implement bRESTful APIs /b and integrations between services, internal platforms and other parts of the Miles ecosystem; /p /li lipTake ownership of what you build throughout its lifecycle
- from technical design and development to testing, deployment and continuous improvement; /p /li lipBuild scalable, cloud-native solutions using modern engineering and DevOps practices such as bCI/CD, containerization and automated testing /b ; /p /li lipCollaborate with fellow engineers through technical discussions, code reviews and knowledge sharing; /p /li lipApply a bsecurity-first mindset /b when designing and implementing features within our Secure Software Development Life Cycle (SSDLC); /p /li lipContribute to technical improvements and architectural decisions that help us continuously evolve the Miles platform. /p /li /ul pbWhat you bring… /b /p ul lipb2+ years of professional experience in backend software development /b , with hands‑on experience using bJava /b ; /p /li lipExperience with modern Java, preferably bJava 17 or Java 21 /b ; /p /li lipExperience building bRESTful APIs and backend services /b ; /p /li lipFamiliarity with microservice-based architectures and modern backend development practices; /p /li lipA good understanding of clean, maintainable software design; /p /li lipGood knowledge of bSQL /b , preferably PostgreSQL; /p /li lipFamiliarity with development and DevOps tools and practices such as bGit, Maven, Jenkins or GitHub Actions /b ; /p /li lipA product mindset: you enjoy building software that is reusable, maintainable and designed to evolve over time; /p /li lipFluent communication skills in English and the ability to collaborate effectively within an international engineering environment. /p /li /ul pbEarn bonus points for… /b /p ul lipExperience with bDomain-Driven Design (DDD) /b; /p /li lipExperience with bQuarkus /b or similar modern Java frameworks; /p /li lipKnowledge of bKafka /b or other event-driven/messaging technologies; /p /li lipExperience with bDocker and Kubernetes /b ; /p /li lipFamiliarity with NoSQL datastores; /p /li lipExperience working on complex software products or platforms; /p /li lipKnowledge of Angular or an interest in understanding the broader application stack; /p /li lipKnowledge of additional languages besides English. /p /li /ul pbWhat’s in it for you… /b /p ul lipCompetitive salary package; /p /li lipChoice of an belectric company car with charging card /b , or a bmobility budget /b offering flexibility in how you organise your mobility; /p /li lipMeal vouchers and eco-cheques; /p /li lipGroup and hospitalization insurance; /p /li lipMobile phone subscription; /p /li lipHybrid working and flexible hours, giving you the freedom to shape your workday; /p /li lipBike leasing and additional mobility options; /p /li lipReferral bonus program; /p /li lipFrom day one, you’ll be supported through a structured b6‑month onboarding program /b , with guidance from a dedicated job coach to help you get up to speed and grow in your role; /p /li lipAnd because strong teams go beyond day‑to‑day work, we regularly create opportunities to connect
- from casual drinks and barbecues to family days, team activities and company‑wide events. /p /li /ul