Senior Software Developer (Keycloak - Authentication and Authorization system)

Basis:

Permanent - Full-time

Area of Interest:

Product & Software Development

Location:

Oakville, Ontario

Who we are

Geotab ® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.
 
Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace ®, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.
 
Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram. Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news.

Who you are:

You are a skilled Senior Software Developer with with expertise in Keycloak or other OAuth 2.0-compliant authorization servers to join our growing team. You are skilled in the use of current programming languages and tools and generally act as a team resource on custom development initiatives. You find reward in building robust software that can function 24/7 with no down time. If you love technology, are passionate about creating scaleable software, SDKs and APIs and are keen on contributing to open source projects - we would love to hear from you.

What you'll do:

The Senior Software Developer will play a crucial part in integrating Keycloak as our authentication platform and ensuring its smooth operation. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining integration/customization code for Keycloak, optimizing Keycloak server performance, and managing upgrades to ensure a secure and reliable authentication system.

How you'll make an impact

  • Integrate Keycloak with existing applications and systems and develop custom extensions to meet business requirements.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve Keycloak-related issues.
  • Plan and execute Keycloak upgrades, ensuring minimal disruption to services.
  • Collaborate with other developers and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and user experience.
  • Design and implement security and architecture of the authentication infrastructure.
  • Ensure scalability and security of the authentication system through comprehensive testing, including Test-Driven and Security-Driven Development, to ensure high availability.
  • Write and maintain secure, high-quality code in both Java and C#.
  • Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
  • Stay current with advancements in Keycloak features, security practices, and industry developments.
  • Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotating schedule.

What you'll bring to the role

  • 5+ years of experience as a Software Developer, with a strong background in Java, C#, and relational databases.
  • Strong understanding of authentication and authorization concepts.
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Experience with OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect (OIDC) protocols.
  • Experience with RESTful API design and development.
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control (Git), testing, and code reviews.
  • Self-motivated and capable of driving projects to completion both independently and in a team setting.
  • Able to work well under pressure and respond to fast changing priorities and deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Bachelor of Computer Science, Electrical/Software Engineering or other related degrees.
  • Proven experience with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and modern JavaScript frameworks (preferred). 
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) (preferred).
  • Active contributions to the Keycloak community or other open-source projects (preferred).
  • Familiarity with security auditing and penetration testing (preferred).
  • Hands-on experience with Keycloak, including installation, configuration, and scripting (preferred).
If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
 
Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.
 

Why job seekers choose Geotab

Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program

*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only

How we work

At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!
 
We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com. By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Geotab”), you acknowledge Geotab’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Click here to read our Privacy Notice. Click here to learn more about what happens with your personal data.
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