DescriptionBe you, join us.We are seeking a talented and experienced mid-level Software Engineer (gn) to join our product development team with a passion for AI, agent-based architectures, and Model Context Protocol (MCP) integration. This is a full-time position offered in a hybrid work model at our headquarters in Hasselt, Belgium. You will collaborate closely with engineers, product owners, data scientists, and designers to design and develop robust, scalable back-end systems that seamlessly integrate AI-powered capabilities into our industrial analytics platform. This role requires a strong focus on enterprise-grade productization, including secure authentication and authorization, to ensure our solutions meet the performance, security, and compliance needs of large-scale deploymentsIn return, we offer youThe opportunity to work with a dynamic and fast-growing company in the industrial analytics spaceWork with a global team of experts in data science, software engineering, and industrial automationCompetitive salary and benefits package, including a company carA developer laptop (Linux, Mac)A flexible (up to 60%) remote work policyA great office at the Corda Campus in HasseltCareer growth and development opportunities in a rapidly expanding companyJoining a visionary technical innovator where you can work with state-of-the-art toolsFun, collaborative, and challenging work environmentFlexible working hours and attention to work/life balanceAn open-minded culture where you can ‘be your best you’Personal Learning and Development budget and guidanceCompany managed and external training opportunitiesWe are committed to providing a fun, collaborative, and challenging work environment and offer a competitive salary and benefits package. We also offer career growth and development opportunities in a rapidly expanding company.Your RoleYou will be part of a fun agile team to grow and build our platformCollaborate with the product owner, team architect and other stakeholders to to design and implement back-end services that integrate AI/agent workflows and MCP endpoints into the TrendMiner platformDesign, develop, and maintain APIs in Python to support AI model execution, MCP communication, and integration with external AI servicesImplement and manage authentication and authorization flows, including Keycloak-based identity managementDevelop and maintain secure data pipelines for AI features, ensuring compliance with enterprise standardsWrite unit and integration tests, and participate in code reviews to ensure quality and reliabilityContribute to our back-end community by sharing knowledge, best practices, and participating in cross-team initiatives, particularly those focused on machine learning integrationStay updated on emerging back-end technologies, machine learning frameworks (e.G., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Azure ML), and industry trends, and propose improvements to our back-end architecture and processes to enhance machine learning integration capabilitiesYour SkillsMust-havesBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related fieldProven experience as a back-end developer with expertise in Python application developmentStrong proficiency in Python, data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming principles, and familiarity with machine learning conceptsStrong understanding of AI agent-based architectures, including experience integrating AI models, services, or MCP endpoints into production softwareKnowledge of authentication and authorization technologies, including Keycloak-based identity management systemsExperience working in Agile/Scrum environment with knowledge of Agile methodologiesSolid understanding of relational databases (e.G., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and SQLExperience with API design principles (RESTful APIs)Experience with version control systems, preferably GitExcellent problem-solving skills and attention to detailStrong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environmentNice-to-haveExperience with Java and Spring Boot is a plusExperience with unit testing frameworks (e.G., Python unittests, Pytest, JUnit) is a plusExperience with cloud platforms (e.G., AWS, Azure) is a plusAbout TrendMinerTrendMiner is an innovative software development company specializing in industrial analytics. We leverage cutting-edge technologies to provide advanced analytics solutions for time-series, event, and asset data, with a growing focus on integrating machine learning capabilities. Our dynamic team is committed to delivering high-quality software products that empower our clients to optimize their operations and drive business growth. We are a fast-growing company based in Hasselt, Belgium, with a global customer base spanning several industries, including chemicals, oil and gas, and pharmaceuticals.TrendMiner is an intuitive web-based self-service analytics platform for rapid-fire visualization of time series-based process and asset data.Available as SaaS, On-premises, or Private cloud solution, the TrendMiner plug and play software adds value immediately after deployment. It enables cross-site teams to collaborate, learn and improve the overall performance of all production facilities.