Software Team Lead

Médiane Benelux; Charleroi; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Médiane Benelux in Charleroi seeks a motivated Software Leader to drive the development of advanced software for tomorrow's transportation systems, focusing on the ATO domain. You will guide a team of developers, shape software specifications with system experts, and contribute to C++ application-level work on Linux using Docker and WSL.

Strong English and French, a engineering degree, and 3+ years in software with leadership are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Software, Electronics, Industrial, etc.).
• 3+ years of software development with C++ and/or Linux.
• Experience in technical leadership or team management.
• Fluent in English and French, written and spoken.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
• Autonomy, good organizational skills.
• Ability to ramp up on new topics quickly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of developers, ensuring growth, skill development, and technical guidance.
• Structure approaches and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Collaborate with system experts to define software specifications in evolving contexts.
• Contribute to C++ application-level development on Linux using Docker/WSL.
• Oversee source code management, delivery timelines, release planning, and documentation.
• Contribute to integration and clean release processes.

Skills

C++ development

Linux environments

Docker

WSL

Web technologies

Git / GitLab

Leadership

English & French

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

React

Express

Node.js

HTML

SQL

Git/GitLab

Job description

Médiane Benelux: Career Booster! Since 2017, and with over 35 years of experience in France and Italy, Médiane Benelux is an engineering company specializing in software, electronics, and cybersecurity across key sectors such as Railways, Automotive, Energy, Medical, Aerospace, Space, Telecoms, Industry, and Defense.

What we offer:

• IT consulting and strategy
• Digital transformation and IoT solutions
• Project management and process optimization

As specialists in electronics, development, and embedded systems design, we operate from sensor to cloud.

Why choose Médiane Benelux?

• Human-sized company: Promotes teamwork and collaboration in a dynamic and stimulating environment
• Sharp technical expertise and tailored solutions for each sector
• Talent support: Personalized follow-up, continuous training, and skill development for our employees
• Custom solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client
• Culture of innovation: Participation in innovative and varied projects
• Ecovadis Gold certification: Commitment to equality, well-being, and responsibility
• Human values: Commitment, Respect, Trust, Listening
• Happy at Work and Happy Clients labels by Choose my Company: A fulfilling work environment and optimal client satisfaction.

Le poste :

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Software Leader to join our team and lead the development of advanced software solutions for tomorrow's transportation systems, particularly within the ATO (Automatic Train Operation) domain.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of developers, ensuring team growth, skill development, and technical guidance.
• Challenge the team constructively, help structure their approach, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Collaborate with system experts to define software specifications, in a context that may at times be unclear or evolving.
• Contribute to software development in C++ (application-level) on a Linux environment, using tools such as Docker and WSL.
• Oversee source code management, delivery timelines, release planning, and technical documentation.
• Actively contribute to integration and clean software release processes.

Profil recherché :

Technical Skills Required

• Strong development skills in C++, especially at the application level (not low-level).
• Experience working in Linux environments.
• Familiarity with Docker and WSL tools.
• Solid knowledge of web technologies: React, Express, Node.js, JavaScript, HTML, and basic understanding of databases.
• Ability to step into web-related development when needed.
• Experience with version control systems (preferably Git or GitLab).

Must-Have Profile

• Fluent in both English and French, written and spoken.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Software, Electronics, Industrial, etc.).
• At least 3 years of experience in software development with C++ and/or Linux.
• Prior experience in technical leadership or team management.
• Strong logical thinking and problem-solving mindset.
• Good organizational skills, autonomy, and persistence.
• Ability to quickly ramp up on new topics.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with ERTMS Level 2 railway systems is a strong asset.
• Background in critical systems such as railway signaling, automotive, aerospace, or avionics.
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals: reading technical diagrams, SI units, kinematics, etc.