Software Engineering & Development Assistant Vice President

Software Engineering & Development, Assistant Vice President (AVP)

Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid (Kilkenny, Ireland) | €80,000

Are you an experienced software engineer with a passion for secure development, modern architecture, and leading complex projects? We're looking for a Software Engineering & Development Officer at AVP level to join a high-performing Identity and Access Management (IAM) team working on enterprise-scale security solutions.

This is a full-time, permanent role with a hybrid working model based in Kilkenny, offering a salary of €80,000, strong development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to critical global systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse new requirements and collaborate with product and development leads to shape technical solutions.
• Lead architectural and design discussions, ensuring scalable and secure development practices.
• Write, review, and produce high-quality code using modern programming tools and frameworks.
• Support system testing, QA, and deployment activities.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation.
• Act as a subject matter expert to help resolve complex production issues involving multiple systems or platforms.
• Estimate development effort, contribute to planning, and guide junior team members where appropriate.

Technical Skills Required

• At least 5 years of programming experience in Java/J2EE.
• Experience with identity and access technologies such as SailPoint, ServiceNow, and cloud platforms (Azure/AWS).
• Solid working knowledge of Oracle and SQL.
• Experience with UNIX/Windows shell scripting.
• Familiarity with GitHub, ClearCase, or similar version control systems.
• Exposure to Apache open source tools, Hibernate, Web Services, and cloud-native architectures.

• Vendor platform integration (e.g. ServiceNow, Azure, AWS).
• IAM, cybersecurity, or enterprise identity systems.
• Estimating software project timelines and resource requirements.

Why Join Us?

• You'll contribute directly to systems that protect critical infrastructure, user identities, and access across a global organisation. Your work will help shape the security posture of modern, distributed environments.

• Flexible hybrid working options
• Competitive benefits including healthcare, savings plans, and insurance
• Paid volunteer days and employee support networks
• Career development and access to ongoing learning

• Inclusive recruitment practices and equal opportunities for all
• Respectful, cooperative team culture
• Focus on social responsibility and community impact

Apply now and take your next step as a technology leader in a forward-thinking organisation.