Role Purpose

This role contributes to the development and evolution of two core platforms: TDI (a Microsoft Azure-based system) and Direktiv (an open-source, event-driven, workflow engine). The Software Engineer will work across backend development, system integration, and cloud-native application delivery, with a strong focus on Microsoft technologies, container-based architectures, and modern coding practices.

This position is ideal for someone who can confidently take well-defined technical requirements and convert them into clean, scalable, and efficient code while collaborating across product and infrastructure teams.

Key Responsibilities

TDI – Azure-Based Platform Development

Write and maintain backend application code, preferably in Node.js or similar languages

Develop and integrate features within a Microsoft Azure cloud environment

Support application deployment pipelines and assist with integration tasks

Participate in infrastructure automation efforts (with guidance from DevOps teams)

Write unit/integration tests and maintain high code quality standards

Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver secure and scalable features

Direktiv – Cloud – Native Application Development

Contribute to backend development in Golang for the Direktiv platform

Integrate workflow components using Kubernetes, Knative, and CloudEvents

Assist in maintaining and extending Kubernetes operators and controllers

Implement and support container-based workflows using Docker and OCI-compliant tools

Participate in code reviews, open-source contributions, and platform discussions

General Engineering Tasks

Translate user and platform requirements into clean, maintainable code

Participate in agile ceremonies and cross-functional discussions

Maintain system and code documentation for internal use and future support

Contribute to platform stability, scalability, and performance improvements

Provide technical input on design choices and implementation options

Required Skills and Experience

3-5+ years’ experience as a Software Engineer or Backend Developer

Proficiency in Node.js, Golang, or similar languages

Strong understanding of cloud-native application development

Experience working with Microsoft Azure, including services, APIs, and deployment models

Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerised applications

Understanding of CI/CD principles and git-based version control

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to execute against defined requirements

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Desirable

Experience with Knative, CloudEvents, or event-driven architecture

Familiarity with PostgreSQL or other relational databases

Knowledge of GitOps workflows or Helm charts

Experience contributing to or using open-source tools

Awareness of security best practices in software development