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Lead/Senior Lead Software Engineer - Agentic AI Engineering

Posted 7 days ago

RemoteColombo, Western Province, Sri LankaSE

Job Description

We are looking for a talented Lead Software Engineer to join our Platform -Technology team and take a leading role in the design and implementation of cloud-based automation solutions.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate a strong leadership mindset, solid operational experience, and excellent problem-solving and communication skills. You will be responsible for evaluating, implementing, and extending existing solutions while driving improvements in software engineering practices across the team.

In this role, you will also lead the evolution of our CI/CD platforms by leveraging automation, adopting the right tools and processes, and introducing industry best practices to enhance efficiency, reliability, and scalability. We are particularly interested in candidates who embrace modern AI-driven engineering practices, including agentic AI approaches, to help build more intelligent automation, optimize developer workflows, and support the delivery of enterprise-grade platform capabilities.

Technical Skills

  • Strong hands-on experience with Go
  • Experience with Kafka / Redpanda
  • Experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB
  • Experience building and operating microservices-based systems on Kubernetes
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience in agentic AI development using tools such as Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar platforms.
  • Familiarity with agentic AI workflows, including orchestrating LLMs and AI agents to deliver enterprise-grade applications
  • Experience with Spec-Driven Development (SDD); exposure to methodologies such as BMAD is considered beneficial
  • Frontend development experience with React would be beneficial.

Qualifications

  • A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Information Technology along with minimum 6 years' experience in a similar role.
  • Excellent communication and multi-tasking skills along with an innovative mindset.

Additional Information

We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships.

Job details
Workplace
Remote
Location
Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Experience
SE

IFS is a global enterprise software company developing and delivering cloud ERP, EAM, FSM and industrial AI solutions to help organizations manufacture goods, maintain assets, and manage service operations worldwide.

Employees
9277
Industry
Software Development
Headquarters
Linköping
Founded
1983
Company location
Teknikringen 5, Box 1545, Linköping, SE-581 15, SE
Specialties
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Business Software Solutions, Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), Enterprise Project Management (EPM), Field Service Management (FSM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), and Enterprise Service Management (ESM)

Key team members

Frode Gaustad

Frode Gaustad

Jeremy Harpham

Jeremy Harpham

Shawn Juister

Shawn Juister

Vinh Vu

Vinh Vu

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