Software Engineering Manager

Nordic Institute for Interoperability Solutions (NIIS)

. Support the CTO in managing the development, verification, and auditing of X-Road source code .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeTallinn • EstoniaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in X-Road technology and architecture, with a strong background in software development, including hands-on experience in agile methodologies and open-source projects. Proficient in API design, cloud platforms, and DevOps practices, with excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across teams.

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X-Road TechnologyJava Programming LanguageAgile Software DevelopmentAPI Design and DevelopmentCloud Platforms

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentX-Road CoreDistributed SystemsSOAP/XML and REST/JSONRelational DatabasesMongoDBPostgresLinux-Based Operating SystemsShell ScriptingDevOps Practices

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsSelf-MotivatedSelf-Directed

Tools & Technologies

GradleMavenGitDockerLXDAmazon Web ServicesMicrosoft AzureGoogle Cloud Platform

Industry Keywords

Open-Source ProjectsPublic Key InfrastructureDigital Government SolutionsContinuous Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsDockerDynamoDBGoogle Cloud PlatformGradleJavaLinuxMavenMongoDBOpen SourcePostgresShell ScriptingSOAP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the CTO in managing the development, verification, and auditing of X-Road source code
Administer documentation and business and technical requirements for X-Road
Take responsibility for NIIS continuous services
Participate in software development on a hands-on level
Work with an international team developing open-source digital government solutions
Help deliver secure digital solutions for governments, organisations, and people

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in working with X-Road and overall understanding of its technology, architecture and development methods
Track record in software development (over 5 years of experience)
Fluency in English is essential
Estonian, Finnish and other language skills are considered an advantage
Self-motivated and self-directed
Understand the big picture as well as technical details
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with both developers and management
Good understanding of the software development process, DevOps practices and tools
Experience with agile software development and the ability to participate in development on a hands-on level
Experience with open source projects
Experience with distributed systems
Experience with API design and development
X-Road core and/or X-Road extensions
Java programming language
Gradle and/or Maven
Git
At least one cloud platform: Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
Docker and/or LXD container technologies
Relational and schemaless databases, including Postgres, ORM technologies, MongoDB, or DynamoDB
SOAP/XML and REST/JSON web services
Basic knowledge of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
Linux-based operating systems and shell scripting
Certificates in listed technologies are considered an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

an operating environment that is unique even by international standards
an opportunity to influence the development of digital societies
an international team with talented people of different backgrounds
a chance to work remotely in your preferred location
a good mixture of group and individual work
low hierarchy and minimal viable bureaucracy
opportunities for professional development and training
up-to-date devices and equipment
a competitive compensation package
comprehensive occupational healthcare