Junior Software Engineer (Java)
Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Sofico is a global ERP software provider with an exclusive focus on automotive finance, leasing, fleet, and mobility management. Our software called “Miles” is an end-to-end solution encompassing front, mid and back-office functions that can be extensively customized to meet customer needs. Our clients are leasing and financial services companies as well as mobility management companies active in the automotive sector.

What the job is about

As a Software Engineer you will be part of a multidisciplinary team which has full responsibility to achieve its goals servicing our customers. You will work on our solution which can be extensively customized to the customers’ needs through configuration and development. As a developer you will play a crucial role in building and rolling out our solutions, both within the company and to our customers. 

You will be able to use your expertise and skills to take responsibility of the following work and tasks:  

• • Miles Core backend development.
  • Global maintenance and additional enhancements of the Miles Core codebase, the building blocks, engine and frameworks.
  • Policy development: (Customer) specific pieces of logic to plug into existing processes.
  • Interface development: Custom import/export facilitation from/for third party service data.
  • Command development: 'Plug & Play' functionalities to be triggered manually or automated.
  • Maintain quality by creating and maintaining integration and unit tests.
  • Review pull requests of fellow software engineers.
  • Analyze code and create technical solution designs based on functional analysis.
  • Produce & maintain technical documentation and training material.
  • Support the creation of functional documentation.
  • Promote the software engineering communities in all its facets.

Your skills and interests 

• You have minimum 5 years experience as a software engineer and are proficient in Java EE.
• You have good knowledge of relational databases like Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL.
• You have a passion and gift for writing clean and testable code.
• You have strong problem-solving skills and can work methodically.
• You have the ability to see the bigger picture and understand how different elements are intertwined.
• You are fluent in English, the official language across Sofico.
• You speak native Japanese or have relevant Japanese language qualification (JLPT N1, N2 or N3).
• You can work independently, but enjoy being part of a team.
• Knowledge in GWT, SmartGWT, Go, Python, Quarkus, YAML, GitOps, Kubernetes, REST, API Design is a plus.

What can you expect? 

• In the first week you will be onboarded and start your integration into the Sofico organization. You will meet new colleagues in our development, consultancy, and operational teams and start your professional journey. 
• In the first month you will learn about our software, shadow colleagues on existing engagements, and begin leading project pursuits. 
• In the first three months you will build relationships with our project teams and start to contribute to the project teams as a trusted advisor. 
• In the first six months you will be proactive about new development and innovation initiatives. You will also be proactive with customer requirements and improvement opportunities. 
• In the first year you will have established your expertise in software development have and learned more about digital product development than you could have with any other company.  

What we offer 

• A challenging job in an international high-tech company that has been in business for over 30 years and is doubling in size every 5 years. 
• You will be part of a dynamic and diverse team and have lots of opportunities to extend your expertise or broaden your scope. You will have the possibility to keep learning, acquire the desired skills, and be the driver of your own career. You will be part of a global community where you'll be able to share knowledge and experience with your colleagues.
• Apart from work, we also like to make time for fun. We organize several activities throughout the year to maintain the team spirit and to celebrate our successes. 
• An attractive salary package in line with your knowledge and experience.