Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects.

Who we are supporting 

The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.

The NCIA provides a wide range of services, including:

• Cyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information systems against cyber threats.
• Command and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute operations.
• Satellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications between NATO forces.
• Electronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats to its communication networks.
• Information Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications, and servers.

Overall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information technology capabilities.

The program

Assistance and Advisory Service (AAS)

The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO’s principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V.

To provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce.

1. Database
   
   1. Essential Skills
      1. 5+ years of experience in database administration and patch management, specifically with SQL Server, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
   2. Responsibilities:
      1. Patching all database servers, including MS SQL Servers, MySQL, and PostgreSQL across all NATO locations.
      2. Ensuring that database patches are tested in a controlled environment before being applied to production systems
      3. Coordinating with application owners to minimize disruption and ensure that database-dependent applications continue to function correctly post-patch.
      4. Performing post-patch validation and monitoring to ensure database integrity and performance.
2. Oracle 
   
   1. Essential Skills
      1. 5+ years of experience with Oracle Database and Oracle WebLogic.
   2. Responsibilities:
      1. Patching all Oracle Database Servers and related Oracle platforms such as Oracle WebLogic, Oracle Enterprise Manager, and other Oracle-specific applications.
      2. Testing and validating Oracle patches in a non-production environment.
      3. Coordinating with relevant teams to ensure seamless deployment with minimal disruption.
      4. Monitoring and validating the performance of Oracle systems post-patch.

1. Hardware 
   
   1. Essential Skills
      1. 5+ years of experience in managing and maintaining enterprise-level hardware systems.
   2. Responsibilities:
      1. Patching and upgrading firmware on physical hardware including HPE Rackmount and Blade Servers, Dell Servers, and associated storage systems across various NATO locations.
      2. Ensuring all hardware is compliant with the latest security and operational updates.
      3. Conducting pre-patch validation and post-patch testing to ensure hardware stability.

 Working Location

• Braine-l'Alleud, Belgium

Working Policy

• On-Site, out of hours work required

Travel

• Some travel to other NATO sites may be required

Security Clearance

• Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance

About us

We're an independent European digital product studio with a strong track record of delivering market-defining strategies and products for enterprises and governments. With about 200 talented people across three countries, premium AI capabilities and a diverse portfolio of international clients, we define, design and ship high-quality digital products, strategies and software. From global cloud-based platforms and large-scale apps to medical devices, banking software and augmented reality experiences. In a nutshell: if it lives and breathes digital, it’s what we do best.

Become a part of our team

At In The Pocket, you join a multidisciplinary team of designers, engineers, strategists and data specialists who care about the work as much as the people they work with. We work in small, autonomous teams that stay close to our clients and their users, and we give everyone the space to take ownership, speak up and grow. You’ll learn from colleagues across our studios, ship products that reach thousands or even millions of people and help shape what digital can do for leading organisations in Europe.

What you’ll do 

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust backend services that power our applications. You will work closely with frontend engineers, DevOps professionals, and cloud architects to ensure a seamless and efficient development process. You should also be a strong technical mentor, supporting and guiding colleagues to help the team grow.

• Design, develop, and implement backend APIs using secure and efficient programming languages and frameworks.
• Migrate and manage cloud infrastructure on platforms like AWS.
• Automate backend deployments and infrastructure provisioning using infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools like Terraform.
• Optimize cloud resource utilization for cost-effectiveness and scalability.
• Implement robust security measures to protect applications and data in the cloud (OWASP).
• Troubleshoot and debug complex backend issues.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and innovations in cloud technologies.
• Effectively integrate AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT) into the development workflow to enhance code writing, code reviews, and overall productivity.
• Act as a mentor for colleagues, providing guidance, support, and knowledge sharing to help the team grow.

Who you are 

• Excellent knowledge of TypeScript (5+ years of experience).
• Proven experience working with cloud platforms like AWS.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Good knowledge of authentication technologies, including OAuth, OpenID Connect, and SAML.
• Strong knowledge of database technologies, both relational and NoSQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis).
• Good understanding of messaging and broker systems (Pub/Sub, RabbitMQ, Kafka, SNS, SQS).
• Solid understanding of security concepts and best practices (OWASP).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, including infrastructure-as-code, observability, and CI/CD.
• Good understanding of quality engineering practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Passion for building high-quality, scalable, and secure software.
• Advanced use of AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT, Cursor, etc.) to accelerate software delivery, refine algorithmic solutions, and critically validate AI-generated output.
• Knowledge of Domain-Driven Design (DDD) is an asset.
• You communicate fluently in Dutch and English.

What we offer  

Joining In The Pocket means becoming part of a team that shapes the future of our clients’ businesses across Europe. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• You’ll start with a permanent contract in a role that comes with responsibility and the opportunity to make a real impact from day one.
• We offer a competitive salary that reflects your experience and the value you bring.
• Our benefits package has you covered with medical insurance, meal vouchers, and more.
• You’ll have a mobility budget that lets you decide how to get around, your way. 
• Life at In The Pocket isn’t just about work, we host team events throughout the year to celebrate, connect, and have fun together.
• Learning never stops here, so after six months, you’ll receive a dedicated learning and development budget to keep growing your skills and exploring new horizons.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Backend Engineer proficient in Go to join our dynamic team in Leuven. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise to enhance and develop new features for our cloud-based products. As a disciplined and independent worker, you will be responsible for prioritizing tasks, maintaining a robust backend infrastructure, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

●     Develop and maintain a scalable and robust backend using Go.
●     Design and implement REST and/or gRPC APIs, integrating them with the frontend.
●     Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to devise innovative solutions to complex problems.
●     Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
●     Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests for code reliability and maintainability.
●     Work with the team to set up and enhance CI/CD pipelines.
●     Continuously improve application performance and contribute to the overall user experience.
●     Stay informed about the latest technologies and trends in backend development.
●     Provide support to customers in utilizing our web applications.

Profile

●     Proven track record in building web applications.
●     Solid experience in backend development using Go.
●     Experience with designing and developing REST/gRPC APIs.
●     Familiarity with databases, particularly PostgreSQL.
●     Knowledge of standard web development technologies (e.g. HTTP) and cloud security best practices.

Nice to haves

●     Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
●     Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Microsoft Azure).
●     Experience with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Unix environments, scripting, Jenkins).

What Guardsquare offers you

• A full time job with a competitive salary package
• You are provided with the tools & flexibility to develop yourself successfully
• An international environment where you will interact with motivated & open colleagues with different backgrounds
• A workplace where you can share and implement your ideas
• A hybrid work policy, which helps guarantee an excellent work-life balance

At Guardsquare, we take pride in being a diverse and multicultural company with team members representing numerous nationalities. We value different perspectives and opinions throughout the business, contributing to our being the market leader in mobile application security.

You will be part of a dynamic team that strives for excellence and focuses on continuous education and enhancement in skills. We encourage & empower our trusted colleagues to share their opinions, actively collaborate, and continue to learn and grow.

So, what are you waiting for? Join us!

About Guardsquare

Guardsquare offers the most complete approach to mobile application security on the market. Built on the open source ProGuard technology, Guardsquare’s software integrates seamlessly across the development cycle. From app security testing to code hardening to real-time visibility into the threat landscape, Guardsquare solutions provide enhanced mobile application security from early in the development process through publication.

More than 900 customers worldwide across all major industries rely on Guardsquare to help them identify security risks and protect their mobile applications against reverse engineering and tampering.

Guardsquare is based in Leuven (Belgium) with offices in Gent (Belgium), Boston (USA) and Munich (Germany).

Summary

We are looking for web engineer, Full-stack, to join our team in Leuven! The ideal candidate will use their previous experience building Go backends to improve and build new features for our cloud-based products. Additionally, for the full-stack, using react they will be able to build nice interfaces supporting our different customer use-cases.

The person we are looking to hire is able to prioritize tasks and constantly tries to improve the code base. The right candidate is a disciplined and independent worker who takes pride in their work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a robust and scalable backend using Go.
• Develop and maintain a user-friendly frontend using React/TypeScript, providing our customers with convenient access to their data and actions.
• Design and implement REST and/or GRPC APIs and integrate them with the front end.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and best practices.
• Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure code reliability and maintainability.
• Work with the team to set up and improve our CI/CD pipelines.
• Continuously improve the application performance and user experience.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in web development.
• Support customers in the usage of our web applications.

Profile

• Proven track record building web applications.
• Solid experience in backend development using Go.
• Experience in frontend development using React, TypeScript and Tailwind CSS.
• Experience designing and developing REST/GRPC APIs.
• Experience with databases, particularly PostgreSQL.
• Knowledge of standard web development technologies (e.g. HTTP) and cloud security best practices

Nice to have

• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools (e.g Unix environments, scripting, Jenkins,…).

What Guardsquare offers you

• A full time job with a competitive salary package
• You are provided with the tools & flexibility to develop yourself successfully 
• An international environment where you will interact with motivated & open colleagues with different backgrounds
• A workplace where you can share and implement your ideas
• A hybrid work policy, which helps guarantee an excellent work-life balance

At Guardsquare, we take pride in being a diverse and multicultural company with team members representing numerous nationalities. We value different perspectives and opinions throughout the business which has contributed to our being the market leader in mobile application security. 

You will be part of a dynamic team that strives for excellence and focuses on continuous education and enhancement in skills. We encourage & empower our trusted colleagues to share their opinions, actively collaborate, and continue to learn and grow.

So, what are you waiting for? Join us! 

You can apply for this opportunity by filling out the application form below! 

About Guardsquare

Guardsquare offers the most complete approach to mobile application security on the market. Built on the open source ProGuard technology, Guardsquare’s software integrates seamlessly across the development cycle. From app security testing to code hardening to real-time visibility into the threat landscape, Guardsquare solutions provide enhanced mobile application security from early in the development process through publication.

More than 900 customers worldwide across all major industries rely on Guardsquare to help them identify security risks and protect their mobile applications against reverse engineering and tampering.

Guardsquare is based in Leuven (Belgium) with offices in Gent (Belgium), Boston (USA) and Munich (Germany).