Making life accessible
iLOQ is an international company headquartered in Finland that offers intelligent locking systems and total access management solutions. We provide secure and efficient access to buildings and facilities. Our mission is to make everyday life easier with a diverse range of safe and sustainable products for individual buildings, large real estate complexes and critical infrastructure sites.
We reinvented the lock. iLOQ's self-powered digital locking and mobile access solutions work without batteries or mechanical keys, something nobody thought was possible until we did it. But the lock is only half of the story.
Behind every iLOQ lock is iLOQ 5 Series+. iLOQ 5 Series + is our modern, cloud-based, AI-enabled software platform which powers access management for buildings and large real estate complexes across the world. Locks, keys, apps and cloud services are all working as one system: this is where hardware innovation meets serious software engineering. Scalable backend services, security-critical design and a platform that keeps evolving with new AI-driven capabilities.
We are now looking for a Junior Backend Developer to join our Software organization in Oulu. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the beginning of their software development career who wants to learn modern backend development, cloud technologies and software engineering practices while working with experienced professionals.
What you'll do
As a Junior Backend Developer, you will work as part of a cross-functional software team and contribute to the development of iLOQ's cloud-based software platform.
You will:
Develop, test and maintain backend services and APIs with the support of experienced colleagues
Participate in software design, implementation and troubleshooting activities
Learn and apply modern software development practices, including code reviews and automated testing
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of our cloud-based services
Participate in CI/CD processes and software releases
Work closely with Product Owners, Software Architects, Test Engineers and other stakeholders
Explore and utilize modern development tools, including AI-assisted development tools
Continuously develop your technical skills and grow as a software professional
What you'll bring
To succeed in this role, we expect you to have:
A degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or a related field, or you are close to graduation
Programming skills using modern backend technologies
Understanding of software development fundamentals, such as object-oriented programming and version control
Interest in cloud technologies and modern application development including AI
Curiosity to learn new technologies and solve technical challenges
Good communication skills and willingness to collaborate with others
Professional written and spoken English
We consider experience in the following areas an advantage:
Personal, school or internship projects involving backend development
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud
Experience with databases and APIs
Understanding of software testing and DevOps practices
Interest in software security and scalable systems
What you'll get
You will build products that end up in buildings all over the world and ease the everyday lives of our customers. You will have real responsibility and freedom to operate without big corporation bureaucracy. We ensure you’ll have room to grow professionally in a fast-growing international company.
We offer you a workplace within a collaborative and forward-thinking company culture, friendly and skilled colleagues, proper onboarding, and a solid benefits package: bonus program, full lunch benefit, extensive occupational health care with an annual dental check, life insurance, plus regular team and company events.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and all employees are treated with respect. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Are you the person we are looking for?
We are expecting your application by August 30th at the latest. Please note that we might be reviewing candidates and conducting interviews during the application process and filling the position as soon as the right person has been found.
iLOQ is a global company, with roots in Finland, whose patented locking solutions work without batteries or cables. Digital and mobile-based technologies maximize security while minimizing maintenance, administration and lifecycle costs in residential and commercial properties and critical infrastructure. iLOQ operates in more than 55 countries with over 1,800 partner locations globally. In 2023, iLOQ had a turnover of €141,3 million and more than 320 employees.
