Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
This Associate Software Engineer role sits in a security-focused SaaS context where software is closely tied to trust infrastructure, cryptographic identity, and the systems that keep machine-to-machine interactions reliable. Within the SaaS ecosystem, that domain matters because it underpins how modern cloud products authenticate services, protect data in transit, and manage certificates at scale. The listing signals a product engineering environment with established practices such as code reviews, documentation, QA collaboration, and Agile ceremonies.
For someone building a long-term SaaS engineering career, the value is in developing strong delivery fundamentals that translate across product companies. Regular exposure to iterative development, debugging, and maintaining shared codebases builds the habits needed for shipping safely in multi-contributor environments. Working alongside QA and participating in architectural discussions also creates early familiarity with the cross-functional loops that SaaS teams rely on to balance speed, reliability, and customer impact.
This position is best suited to early-career engineers who want structured, supervised growth while still contributing real code. It fits professionals who learn well through feedback, are comfortable communicating in writing, and take pride in incremental improvement. The hybrid Aachen setup will appeal to those who prefer some in-person collaboration alongside focused individual build time.
The section above is editorial commentary from The SaaS Jobs, provided to help SaaS professionals understand the role in a broader industry context.
Job Description
About Keyfactor
Our mission is to securely connect the world: humans, machines, and AI. Keyfactor is the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines, helping the world's largest enterprises and government agencies take control of the cryptographic identities that safeguard every digital interaction. Behind the platform is a global team of people who care deeply about the work and each other. We move fast, think big, and show up for one another every day. If you're looking for work that matters and a team that brings out your best, we hope you'll trust your future with Keyfactor!
Title: Associate Software Engineer
Location: Germany; Aachen (Hybrid)
Experience: Associate
Job Function: Engineering
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Computer & Network Security
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Associate Software Engineer designs, implements, and maintains software code bases. This entrylevel role involves writing code, debugging, and learning fundamental software engineering principles.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of software code bases.
- Participate in learning opportunities to build fundamental software engineering skills.
- Follow coding standards and contribute to pull requests and code reviews.
- Work with team members to address code and architectural challenges.
- Help develop and maintain technical documentation for software projects.
- Work closely with the Quality Assurance teams and participate in QA efforts when needed.
- Engage in Agile ceremonies and contribute to iterative development processes.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 0-2 years of experience in software engineering or a related field.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communication, intermediate proficiency in relevant tools and technologies.
- Basic coding skills, ability to learn and adapt quickly, and a strong collaborative mindset.
- Ability to work independently, mentor junior team members, and contribute to process improvements.
- Ability to execute tasks with supervision, contribute to team projects, and continuously improve technical skills.
- In-depth understanding of the industry, company processes, and job-specific methodologies.
- Basic understanding of software development life cycle, agile practices, and coding standards. #LI-NA1
Compensation
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Culture, Career Opportunities and Benefits
We build teams that continually strive to get better than the day before. You will be challenged daily and given opportunities to grow personally and professionally. We balance autonomy and structure to create an entrepreneurial environment to spur creativity and new ideas.
Here are just some of the initiatives that make our culture special:
- Second Fridays (a company-wide day off on the second Friday of every month minus November and December due to the Holiday schedule). Please note that this benefit is subject to change.
- Comprehensive benefit coverage globally.
- Paid Parental Leave is available to new parents. Structure varies based on regional/government requirements. In regions where government-paid leave doesn’t exist, like in the U.S., the company offers generous paid parental leave, along with comprehensive adoption and fertility support.
- Competitive time off globally.
- Dedicated employee-focused ambassadors via Key Contributors & Culture Committees.
- DIVERSE Commitment, a call to action for a more inclusive and diverse future in business, society, and technology.
- The Keyfactor Alliance Program to support DEIB efforts.
- Wellbeing resources, wellness allowance, mindfulness app free membership, Wellness Wednesdays.
- Global Volunteer Day, company non-profit matching, and 3 volunteer days off.
- Monthly Talent development and Cross Functional meetings to support professional development.
- Regular All Hands meetings – followed by group gatherings.
Our Core Values
Our core values are extremely important to how we run our business and what we look for in every team member:
Trust is paramount.
We deliver security software and solutions where trust and openness are of the highest importance for our customers. We are honest and a trusted partner in every aspect of business.
Customers are core.
We strategize, operate, and execute through a customer-centric view. We prioritize the security interests of our customers, and we act as if their data were our own.
Innovation never stops, it only accelerates.
The speed of change is accelerating. We are committed, through investment and focus, to stay ahead of the innovation curve.
We deliver with agility.
We thrive in high-paced and continually changing environments. We navigate through newly added variables, adjust accordingly, while driving towards our strategic goals.
United by respect.
Respect for all is what unites us. We promote diversity, inclusivity, equity, and acting with empathy and openness, both in our business and in our communities.
Teams make “it” happen.
Vision and goals are not individually achievable – they require teamwork. We pride ourselves in operating as a cohesive team, creating promoters and partners, and winning as one.
Keyfactor is a proud equal opportunity employer including but not limited to veterans and individuals with disabilities.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants with disabilities may contact a member of Keyfactor’s People team via people@keyfactor.com and/or telephone at 1.216.785.2990 to request and arrange for accommodations at any time.
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