IFS

Software Engineer – IFS Presales Support Services

IFS  •  Colombo, LK (Hybrid)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees on all continents. Our leading AI technology is the backbone of our award-winning enterprise software solutions, enabling our customers to be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™. Our commitment to internal AI adoption has allowed us to stay at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring our colleagues can unlock their creativity and productivity, and our solutions are always cutting-edge.

At IFS, we’re flexible, we’re innovative, and we’re focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society’s greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.

We celebrate diversity and understand our responsibility to reflect the diverse world we work in. We are committed to promoting an inclusive workforce that fully represents the many different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints of our customers, our partners, and our communities. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.

We’re looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs. With the power of our AI-driven solutions, we empower our team to change the status quo and make a real difference.

If you want to change the status quo, we’ll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.

About the Role

The Software Engineer (SE) role is intended for engineers building intelligent, AI-enabled solutions within IFS, supporting internal platforms and evolving technical capabilities.

As an SE, you will execute on well-defined technical tasks, contribute to AI-integrated systems under the guidance of senior engineers, and grow your understanding of scalable, reliable, and responsible AI-driven solution design.

Key Responsibilities

Full-Stack & Cloud Engineering

  • Develop internal tools and services using React, Node.js, and modern JavaScript/TypeScript.
  • Write and maintain PL/SQL / SQL for backend workflows, reporting, and data-heavy use cases.
  • Support integration of cloud-based solutions using Azure, AWS, or equivalent platforms, following established secure and scalable patterns.
  • Build and consume REST APIs, developing familiarity with IFS projections and integration constraints.

AI & Intelligent Capabilities

  • Assist in implementing AI-powered features such as:
    • LLM-backed assistants or copilots
    • Intelligent automation for internal workflows
    • Natural-language driven demo interactions
  • Apply basic prompt engineering techniques under guidance when integrating LLMs.
  • Learn to consider cost, reliability, security, and performance trade-offs when using AI services.

IFS & Enterprise Solution Development

  • Implement IFS configurations, including Custom Fields, Events, Business Process Automations (BPAs), Projections, and Lobbies, with support from senior team members.
  • Build solutions for presales or demo environments, following established best practices.
  • Support technical configuration scenarios under supervision for more complex cases.

Engineering Quality & Ownership

  • Maintain code quality, error handling, and basic documentation standards for assigned tasks.
  • Write unit and integration tests for owned features.
  • Participate actively in code reviews, both giving and receiving feedback.

Team Contribution

  • Collaborate with senior engineers and presales consultants to understand and implement business scenarios.
  • Seek guidance proactively when blocked or facing ambiguous requirements.
  • Contribute to team documentation and knowledge-sharing efforts.

Expectations at this Level

An SE is expected to:

  • Work with regular guidance and check-ins on moderately complex tasks.
  • Flag risks and blockers early rather than working through them alone.
  • Follow established patterns and best practices, while building toward independent judgment.
  • Demonstrate reliable delivery on assigned tickets and tasks.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 1–3 years of software engineering experience.
  • Working knowledge of:
    • React and modern JavaScript/TypeScript
    • Node.js and REST API development
    • PL/SQL or SQL fundamentals
    • Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or equivalent)
  • Some exposure to AI / LLM-based solutions or strong interest in learning, including:
    • Basic prompt engineering concepts
    • Interest in integrating cloud AI services into applications
  • Foundational understanding of software design principles.

Preferred:

  • Familiarity with IFS Cloud or willingness to learn enterprise platform configurations.
  • Exposure to ERP or enterprise-grade systems.
  • Basic understanding of CI/CD concepts.
  • Interest in AI governance, security, or cost-management considerations.

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.

IFS

About IFS

IFS is the world’s leading provider of Industrial AI software for hardcore businesses that service, power and protect our planet. Our technology enables businesses which manufacture goods, maintain complex assets, and manage service-focused operations to unlock the transformative power of Industrial AI™ to enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Industrial AI is IFS.ai

IFS Cloud is a fully composable AI-powered platform, designed for ultimate flexibility and adaptability to our customers’ specific requirements and business evolution. It spans the needs of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Information Technology Service Management (ITSM), and Field Service Management (FSM). IFS technology leverages AI, machine learning, real-time data and analytics to empower our customers to make informed strategic decisions and excel at their Moment of Service™.

IFS was founded in 1983 by five university friends who pitched a tent outside our first customer's site to ensure they would be available 24/7 and the needs of the customer would come first. Since then, IFS has grown into a global leader with over 7,000 employees in 80 countries. Driven by those foundational values of agility, customer-centricity, and trust, IFS is recognized worldwide for delivering value and supporting strategic transformations. We are the most recommended supplier in our sector. Visit ifs.com to learn why.

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Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Linköping, SE
Year Founded
1983
Website
ifs.com
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