Software Engineer (Emerging Technologies)

 

Since our founding, IDEMIA has been on a mission to unlock the world and make it safer through our cutting-edge identity technologies. Our technology leadership makes us the partner of choice for hundreds of governments and thousands of enterprises in over 180 countries, including some of the biggest and most influential brands in the world. In applying our unique expertise in biometrics and cryptography, we enable our clients to unlock simpler and safer ways to pay, connect, access, identify, travel and protect public places – at scale and in total security.

 

Our teams work from 5 continents and speak 100+ different languages. We strongly believe that our diversity is a key driver of innovation and performance.

 

Purpose

This role transforms requirements into software according to design, to maximize business value and customer satisfaction.

Key Missions

Uses programming, scripting and database languages to write software code that meets requirements and that optimizes software performances

Identifies existing software components, libraries and frameworks to reuse in the solutions

Applies knowledge of software development best practices, including coding standards, secure coding, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations

Contributes to requirement (functional and non-functional) analysis and estimations

Supports software testing, deployment, maintenance, and evolution activities by correcting programming errors, responding to scope changes, and coding software enhancements

Builds up software structure including functions, design patterns, layers, etc.

Documents and demonstrates solutions by developing code comments, layouts, diagrams and charts

Designs and codes autonomously complex functions and full modules, within agreed quality, deadline and cost; asking for support of experienced peer when needed

Performs code reviews and basic troubleshooting

Participates in workshop with customer and external parties

Coaches less experienced software developers

Profile & Other Information

Job Summary

We’re looking for a skilled Developer with 3–5 years of experience to join our innovation team. You’ll contribute to the development of new and evolving technologies, including biometrics, AI, and secure data systems for border control and management. You’ll work closely with senior engineers to design, prototype, and integrate advanced software systems, helping modernize and future-proof border operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support software components for identity verification, access control, and real-time monitoring systems.

• Collaborate on prototyping and implementing new technologies (e.g., biometrics, AI/ML, computer vision).

• Analyze existing systems and contribute to modernizing and optimizing solutions.

• Work cross-functionally with product, hardware, and security teams to ensure scalable and secure system integrations.

• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

• 3–5 years of professional software development experience.

• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++).

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization (e.g., Docker).

• Familiarity with APIs, data integration, and system design principles.

• Understanding of secure software practices and real-time systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to biometric technologies, computer vision, or AI/ML applications.

• Experience in regulated environments (e.g., government, defense, security).

• Knowledge of border control or identity management protocols (e.g., ICAO, IATA).

• Strong interest in innovation and applied R&D.

 

By choosing to work at IDEMIA, you will join a unique tech company, offering a wide range of growth opportunities. You will contribute to a safer world, collaborating with an international and global community. We value the diversity of our teams and welcome people from all walks of life, regardless of how they look, where they come from, who they love, or what they think.

 

We deliver cutting edge, future proof innovation that reach the highest technological standards and we’re transforming, fast, to stay a leader in a world that’s changing fast, too.

 

At IDEMIA, people can develop their expertise and feel a sense of ownership and empowerment, in a global environment, as part of a company with the ambition and the ability to change the world.

 

Visit our website to know more about the leader in Identity Technologies

www.idemia.com