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Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.

Open Source Specialist

Reference ID:  8990

Function

At Elia Group, our Open-Source Program Office (OSPO) is dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration through the strategic use of open source software (OSS) and InnerSource methodologies. Our goal is to empower employees across the organization to effectively utilize, contribute to, and lead open-source projects, ensuring compliance with licensing obligations and driving forward our open source strategy.

 

To further strengthen our team, we are looking to hire an Open-Source Specialist, which will play a vital role in shaping and implementing Elia Group’s open source and InnerSource strategy. As Open Source Specialist your goal is to support our teams in leveraging open-source software while ensuring adherence to licensing requirements, contributing to existing projects, and spearheading new initiatives.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert advice on open-source license compliance and assist teams in resolving licensing issues.
  • Aid development teams in setting up and utilizing our software composition analysis tool (FOSSA).
  • Track, summarize, and present the overall state of open-source license compliance.
  • Collaborate in the creation and continuous refinement of our open source and InnerSource strategies and policies.
  • Engage with internal stakeholders (legal, IT security, product owners, etc.) regarding the use and contribution to open-source projects.
  • Promote awareness and understanding of open source and InnerSource practices within the organization.

Your Profile

 

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • You have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience as software developer with some years experience in an open-source-related role.
  • An eagerness to learn and coach others about open source, open-source license compliance, and InnerSource.
  • Strong analytical abilities and excellent communication skills.
  • A quick learner with the willingness and capability to understand new concepts, including existing software architectures and workflows.
  • Fluency in English is essential. Additional language skills in Dutch, German, or French are a plus.
  • Willingness to travel to Germany (Berlin) once every quarter for 2 to 3 days.

Offer

Salary: a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€8 per working day), eco-vouchers, sport & culture vouchers, bonuses based on individual and group results. 

Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance, ambulant care insurance for the whole family and also personal accident insurance. 

Vacation: You will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 5 additional vacation days, 6 local days, 4 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long-service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment). 

Social fund: Sinterklaas and year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowance. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or similar needs. 

Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement. 

Private PC plan: once every 3 years, a budget will be made available to you for a PC/tablet with software & peripherals for personal use. 

Discounts: you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill. 

Mobility: we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget. 

Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price. 

Location

Emperor - Keizerslaan (close to Central Station)

Hybrid way of working

There’s something electric in the air with this job offer!

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:

A job full of variety with a top employer: Elia encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.

Focus on personal growth and well-being at work: Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost.  At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.

Development opportunities for a challenging career: At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.

A diverse team of passionate colleagues: Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!

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