Principal Software Developer - Manufacturing-2D (C++)

Octave; Oost-Vlaanderen; Hybride; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

32 days vacation

Pension fund

Meal vouchers

Insurance

Résumé du poste

Octave is seeking a Principal Software Developer for Manufacturing-2D (C++) in Ghent. You will help shape software architecture, mentor an international team, and drive high-quality code across the product. The role combines design leadership with hands-on development in a hybrid work setup.

Join an international environment with a strong focus on geometry, CAD, and manufacturing tooling, contributing to the next generation of BricsCAD Mechanical capabilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience with C++ (min C++11).
• 2+ years within a team.
• Strong software design and architecture skills.
• OO design expertise.
• Ability to work independently and communicate clearly.

Responsabilités

• Act as a wingman to the team lead on software design and architecture.
• Mentor and guide developers in an international team.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality.
• Address complex problems with innovative solutions and balance new features with optimization.
• Shape development processes for efficiency and collaboration.
• Contribute to BricsCAD Mechanical growth through technical innovations.

Connaissances

C++

OO design

Agile/Scrum

English

Mathematics (geometry)

Formation

Bachelor/Master/PhD in CS/Engineering

Outils

Qt/QML

CMake

Git

Description du poste

Overview

Bricsys®, part of Octave, is a global technology company creating innovative Computer Aided Design software for worldwide markets. Our products enable the world’s most innovative companies to streamline complex design workflows every day. Our people are active in 80 countries, and our software is available in fifteen languages. We offer innovative solutions for 2D drafting, 3D direct modeling, manufacturing (e.g., sheet metal), surveying and building (BIM) design. Bricsys powers an ecosystem of over 1,200 market-specific applications through our developer program. Our focus is to deliver reliable software with friendly licensing, and industry-leading direct support - all at a fair price.

We are seeking a highly skilled C++ developer for our Manufacturing-2D team. You will closely work with the international cross-functional team of 4 engineers within the broader Octave BricsCAD Manufacturing R&D group. The team solidifies our 2D foundation and compatibility with AutoCAD Mechanical. This is our first step towards extreme growth and then upskilling new users in manufacturing to also adopt our powerful 3D variational & assembly design toolkit. As such, your day-to-day work will directly contribute to the focus and strategy of Octave BricsCAD Mechanical.

Responsibilities

• You act as the wingman to the team lead when it comes to software design and architecture.
• Mentor and guide developers in the international team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Actively participate in product-wide code reviews, ensuring technical quality and consistency.
• Address complex problems with innovative solutions, balancing new feature development and optimization of existing functionalities.
• Shape and refine development processes, promoting efficiency, transparency, and collaboration.
• Contribute to the strategic growth of BricsCAD Mechanical by aligning technical innovations with organizational goals.

Education / Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of professional experience, predominantly in C++ (minimum C++11). 2+ years within a team.
• Expertise in software design, architecture, and development of complex systems.
• Advance knowledge of Object-Oriented Design.
• Ability and willingness to explore, refactor, and improve the code of a large software product.
• Ability to operate with basic mathematical concepts (e.g., geometry, linear algebra).
• Understanding of algorithmic concepts (e.g., complexity of algorithms).
• Ability to realistically plan your own work, work independently and reliably, coordinate your work with team members, and be open and honest in communication.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience working in Scrum teams. Full professional fluency in English.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with DWG file formats, ODA libraries, or ACIS modeler.
• Familiarity with (mechanical) CAD, 2D/3D sketching.
• Advance knowledge of C++14/17, Qt/QML (UI development), CMake, Git.
• Knowledge of computational geometry.

What We Offer

• A full-time (or 4/5) position in Ghent, with flexible hours and remote work options.
• 32 days' vacation.
• Competitive remuneration, including benefits like a pension fund, meal vouchers, and comprehensive insurance.
• Choice of development platform (Linux/MacOS/Windows), choice of tooling (Visual Studio, QtCreator, XCode), git as VCS, and a powerful company laptop for all your compilation needs.
• A no-nonsense work floor with a flat hierarchy and direct access to management.
• Autonomy in planning and designing your own work (guidance and collaboration possibilities are available).
• An international work environment.
• Encouragement to show initiative, learn, grow and develop your own ideas.
• Parties, pizza Fridays and other (optional) fun activities.
• Up to 12 'Learning Days' and free access to a learning platform, offering access to thousands of top-rated courses, allowing our employees to improve their skills constantly.

About Octave

Octave provides mission-critical software that empowers organizations to make informed decisions across every stage of the asset lifecycle - Design, Build, Operate and Protect - where performance, safety, and reliability are non-negotiable and failure is not an option. Turning complex operational data into actionable intelligence, Octave connects expertise, real‑world conditions and enterprise‑scale insight to improve performance, resilience and incident response where it matters most. Octave has more than 7,000 employees in 45 countries. Learn more at octave.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Why work for Octave?

All in. Always forward. That's the way we do things around here. We put trust in our people because we believe it's the best way to unleash potential, bring ideas to life, and keep moving ahead. And it's why we're committed to creating an environment that's truly supportive, providing you with the resources you need to support your ambitions, no matter who you are or where you are in the world.

Everyone is welcome

At Octave, we believe that diverse and inclusive teams are critical to the success of our people and our business. Here, everyone is welcome. As an inclusive workplace, we don't discriminate. In fact, we embrace differences and are fully committed to creating equal opportunities, an inclusive environment, and fairness for all. Respect is the cornerstone of how we operate, so speak up and be yourself. You're valued here.

Principal Software Developer - Manufacturing-2D (C++)

Job Location (Short): Ghent, Belgium

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Req Id: 2361

About Octave

Octave provides mission-critical software that empowers organizations to make informed decisions across every stage of the asset lifecycle - Design, Build, Operate and Protect - where performance, safety, and reliability are non-negotiable and failure is not an option. Turning complex operational data into actionable intelligence, Octave connects expertise, real‑world conditions and enterprise‑scale insight to improve performance, resilience and incident response where it matters most. Octave has more than 7,000 employees in 45 countries. Learn more at octave.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Why work for Octave?

All in. Always forward. That's the way we do things around here. We put trust in our people because we believe it's the best way to unleash potential, bring ideas to life, and keep moving ahead. And it's why we're committed to creating an environment that's truly supportive, providing you with the resources you need to support your ambitions, no matter who you are or where you are in the world.

Everyone is welcome

At Octave, we believe that diverse and inclusive teams are critical to the success of our people and our business. Here, everyone is welcome. As an inclusive workplace, we don't discriminate. In fact, we embrace differences and are fully committed to creating equal opportunities, an inclusive environment, and fairness for all. Respect is the cornerstone of how we operate, so speak up and be yourself. You're valued here.