ICT Senior Officer - Software Development

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative software solutions within a global organization. The position offers exposure to modern web technologies, AI/ML technologies, and cloud services, with opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth. We're looking for engineers who are grounded in fundamentals, quick to adapt to new technologies, and motivated by solving real problems for users across 80+ countries.

The UNOPS IT Group (ITG) is at the forefront of digital transformation, designing, delivering, and managing all of UNOPS IT infrastructure and business applications. We are a global team, dedicated to harnessing cutting-edge technology to address critical business needs and empower UNOPS personnel worldwide. ITG provides the essential IT systems and tools that underpin the successful implementation of UNOPS projects and the delivery of corporate initiatives. From maintaining robust enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and developing bespoke business applications to managing our cloud infrastructure and supporting global collaboration platforms, our work ensures operational excellence. We are committed to continuous improvement, driving effectiveness and efficiency in UNOPS products and services, ultimately helping people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development.

The Core Systems Engineering (CSE) team designs, builds, and maintains the platforms, APIs, reusable components, and developer tools that power UNOPS digital solutions - from AI applications and integration layers to business systems and project templates. CSE serves as the technical backbone for the AI Centre of Excellence, Business Applications, and IT Operations teams, providing them with the building blocks they need to deliver their own solutions.
The successful candidate must be able to maintain a work schedule aligned with
Copenhagen time (CET/CEST) +/- 1 hour
. Additionally, because the role involves working with cloud-based environments and AI-assisted tools, a highly reliable internet connection and a stable power infrastructure are essential for day-to-day performance.

Under the supervision of the Systems Architect, the Senior Software Developer will design, develop, and maintain enterprise web applications, platform components, and developer tools. The incumbent will operate within established architectural patterns while utilizing modern development practices, including AI-assisted coding. The role demands strong problem-solving instincts, a proactive approach to delivery, and the ability to pick up new technologies quickly and apply sound engineering principles across different frameworks and languages.

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Core Development
Design, implement, test, and deploy end-to-end features for CSE platforms and components using modern web technologies (.NET Core, NodeJS, Python, React, Angular), following established architec...