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Software Engineer

Posted 8 days ago

OfficeColombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Frontend Development Expertise – Strong proficiency in modern JavaScript (ES6+), React, and frameworks such as Next.js for building scalable and high-performance web applications.
  • Programming Fundamentals – Solid understanding of programming paradigms (object-oriented, functional) and clean coding practices.
  • Data Structures & Algorithms – Ability to apply efficient algorithms and data structures to solve complex problems.
  • Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) – Hands-on experience across all SDLC phases including design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
  • Problem Solving & Debugging – Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot issues and optimize application performance.
  • System Design & Architecture – Ability to design and develop frontend architectures aligned with overall system design and backend integrations.
  • Web Performance Optimization – Optimize applications for speed, scalability, SEO, and responsiveness (especially in Next.js environments).
  • API Integration – Experience consuming RESTful APIs and integrating frontend with backend services.
  • Testing & Quality Assurance – Conduct unit, integration, and system testing to ensure application reliability and quality.
  • Version Control & CI/CD – Proficiency with Git and CI/CD pipelines (GitHub, GitLab, Azure DevOps).
  • Software Security – Apply frontend security best practices such as secure authentication flows and data handling.
  • Continuous Learning – Stay up to date with emerging frontend technologies and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology.
  • 1–2 years of experience as a Software Engineer or similar role.
  • Strong knowledge of web-based application development.
  • Hands-on development experience in:
    • JavaScript / TypeScript (core focus)
    • React.js (mandatory)
    • Next.js (preferred / strong exposure required)
    • HTML5, CSS3 (including responsive design frameworks like Bootstrap or Tailwind).
  • Experience integrating APIs and building dynamic user interfaces.
  • Experience with version control and CI/CD tools (Git, GitHub, GitLab, Azure DevOps).
  • Understanding of core software engineering principles and design patterns.
  • Ability to work in a distributed global team setup.
  • Strong communication skills and service-oriented mindset.
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Willingness to learn and adopt new technologies.
  • Fluency in English.

Desirable

  • Experience or exposure to Sitecore CMS and/or WordPress.
  • Familiarity with modern frontend tooling (Webpack, Vite, Babel, etc.).
  • Experience with additional JavaScript libraries/frameworks (Vue.js, Angular).
  • Familiarity with design tools like Figma.
  • Basic exposure to headless CMS concepts and composable architectures.
  • Knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools (Jira) and ITIL practices.
  • Exposure to legacy web technologies (PHP, jQuery, Ajax, XML) is an added advantage.

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
Office
Location
Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

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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