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Software Engineer
The Software Engineer we are looking for, thrives on innovation, variation and creativity. You join our team working on cutting-edge projects in Generative AI and support the Valorisation team, which coaches clients in start-up and scale up phase with the design and development of robust and effective digital solutions, often involving AI. You build the proof-of-concept applications, projects typically spanning 10-20 development days each aiming to demonstrate how new ideas can work in practice. As we support and coach many different (often SaaS) companies serving a variety of sectors, you enjoy building and maintaining client relationships and are curious to learn about their specific business environment and needs.
Your role
Developing POCs for clients that demonstrate both business and technological feasibility.
Integrate multiple technologies into demonstrators (or POC’s).
Testing, integrating and refining cloud based software solutions.
Exploring and proposing new libraries, encouraging software use in a modular fashion.
Who are you?
Master in Software Engineering or equivalent experience.
Back-end development is the primary focus, full-stack skills are a plus.
Proficient in Python and/or hands-on experience with other programming languages is a plus.
Experience with development of software components that interact with Azure and/or AWS cloud platforms.
You understand the fundamental concepts of databases and have experience in working with database management systems.
Attracted to being involved in multiple projects, often in parallel or with overlap.
Comfortable engaging with clients, winning their trust and asking the right questions to understand their specific needs.
With a creative mindset and passionate about experimenting you like to test and implement new tools and functionalities.
In interaction with your colleagues, you enjoy being entrusted with a good level of autonomy but also will not hesitate to involve your colleagues for support or to bounce off ideas.
Initial experience with GenAI tools or models is an asset.
Fluent in English, your ability to also communicate in Dutch and/or French is an advantage.
Our offer
At Sirris, innovation and collaboration are key. You will work in an environment where technological progress and sustainability go hand in hand. Together we make companies ready for the future.
An exciting and unique position within a dynamic and innovative team.
The opportunity to work with leading companies and technology experts who are at the heart of the industrial fabric in Belgium.
A stimulating environment where you can further develop your expertise.
Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work in one of our offices in Belgium or partially from home.
A competitive salary package with fringe benefits.
Interested?
Send your CV and cover letter via our online application tool. Would you like more information about the position? Do not hesitate to contact Hanneke de Visser, HR Consultant (hanneke.devisser@sirris.be).
Together we build the innovations of tomorrow!
Sirris is committed to an inclusive approach to recruitment and selection, where every candidate is treated equally regardless of age, gender, origin, religion, or other personal characteristics.