software engineer (C/C++) - fire control systems

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.

Within the Engineering cluster the applications department is responsible for the development of combat and information management systems for navy ships, integration with sensor- and weapon systems as well as the development of sensor processing applications. These complex systems contain advanced solutions for information processing, information management and the user interaction with both sensor- and weapon systems. Our product offers essential support for missions varying from anti-piracy to ballistic missile defense.

For the applications engineering platform team Thales is looking for a talented Software Engineers

About the job

As a software developer you will work in multidisciplinary Agile teams. These teams design, develop and test the infrastructure platform for the combat management systems, the radar systems and the optical sensor systems. The development teams are responsible for the entire development chain – requirements analysis, development, testing, validation and demonstration of the current status of the product. Thales highly values the application of modern technologies and methodologies.

About you

If you have a passion for technology, you enjoy constantly developing your skills and you are interested in working on Naval Command & Control systems, then you are the person we need.  

We are looking for a  talented developer, who has >5 years experience and enjoys designing, developing and testing software used in mission critical environments. Relevant technologies include C, C++ and Linux. You are skilled in troubleshooting and possess significant analytical skills. Knowledge of the Linux based operating systems is required, while knowledge of hardware architectures and (container) virtualization is preferred.

You must hold a HBO or WO degree in computer science, software engineering or comparable.

Your Thales colleagues are recognized experts in the field that will help you get up to speed. We will gladly invest in your development towards a direction that matches your ambitions.

An important requirement to fulfill this role is the ability to communicate efficiently in English, both verbally and written.

Thales offers you

• An interesting job within a nice team in an international high-tech environment;
• Room for and attention to personal development and personal initiative;
• The opportunity to grow within the organization, for instance on a technical, managerial, commercial or international level;
• An open and flexible work environment where a good work-life balance is considered important;
• A pleasant workplace in "the best building in the Netherlands" (Public’s Choice Award, 2015) with our own Starbucks corner;
• Excellent work conditions, with 40 holidays a year, among other benefits.

Interested?

Would you like to apply directly?  

An assessment could possibly be part of the procedure.

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