Position Overview
Position: Staff Software Engineer (Customer Facing Tools).
Location: Cardiff, UK. Hybrid: Two remote days per week.
Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain enterprise‑scale device management solution for physical access devices (RFID, Biometric readers).
* Integrate with complex software packages and cloud services.
* Write secure software and perform unit, integration and build tests.
* Develop integrations to devices using protocols such as MQTT, Serial, Bluetooth, NFC, UDP, TCP/IP.
* Build REST APIs and WebSocket communication; optionally use gRPC.
* Collaborate across multinational teams and communicate in English.
* Self‑learn industry trends and best practices.
Qualifications
* 7+ years professional software development.
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or equivalent experience.
* Experience with relational database design, Hibernate ORM.
* Experience in developing networked applications.
* Knowledge of secure software development lifecycle.
* Desirable: Python programming, cryptographic algorithms, RFID technology (e.g., NXP Mifare Desfire).
* Experience writing integrations over MQTT, Serial, Bluetooth, NFC, UDP, TCP/IP.
* Experience building REST APIs, WebSocket, gRPC.
Work Requirements
Compliance with HID Global policies on quality, security, safety, business continuity and environmental systems. International travel may be required; possession of a valid passport. Must be legally eligible to work in the United Kingdom.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary and rewards package. Annual leave and benefits to support a healthy work‑life balance. Career development opportunities.
EEO Statement
HID is an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. If you require accommodations, contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.
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