Senior Software Engineer

teqLink; København; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

teqLink, a Danish start-up in the capital region, seeks a Senior Software Engineer to develop systems-level software for AI imaging in defence and autonomy. You will combine hands-on coding with architectural leadership, mentoring engineers, and shaping products deployed in defence and autonomous systems.

The role offers a clear path toward a Team Lead position as the company grows, with exposure to cutting-edge AI hardware and embedded platforms.

Qualifications

• MSc in Engineering or similar technical background.
• C++ proficiency and software architecture expertise.
• Ability to lead technical projects and establish best practices.
• Experience writing efficient C++ for embedded or hardware-constrained platforms.
• Desirable: DevOps/infrastructure experience, drone hardware integration, and image processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-performance systems-level software in C++, ~70% hands-on coding.
• Define software architecture, establish best practices, and mentor junior engineers.
• Drive technical execution, coordinate activities, and ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

C++ proficiency

Technical leadership

Embedded software

Image processing

DevOps

Drone systems

Education

MSc in Engineering

Job description

Senior Software Engineer - Pioneering AI-First Imaging for Defence and Autonomy

teqLink is looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join an innovative technology company developing systems-level software powering next-generation AI imaging technologies. You will combine hands-on software development with technical leadership, shaping architecture, mentoring engineers, and influencing products deployed in defence, public safety, and autonomous systems. The role also offers a clear path towards a formal Team Lead position as the company continues to grow.

Your Primary Tasks

• Develop high-performance systems-level software in C++, with hands-on implementation accounting for approximately 70% of your role.
• Define software architecture, establish engineering best practices, set technical standards, and mentor junior engineers.
• Drive technical execution, coordinate engineering activities, and ensure successful delivery of key projects.

Professional Qualifications

We expect you to have an MSc in Engineering or a similar technical background, together with experience developing high-performance systems software:

• C++ proficiency and expertise in software architecture.
• Ability to lead technical projects and establish best practices.
• Experience writing efficient C++ software for embedded or hardware-constrained platforms.

Desirable Qualifications

• DevOps and infrastructure experience.
• Knowledge of drone systems or hardware-software integration.
• Image processing experience.

What You Can Expect

Join a collaborative, flat team where engineering is at the heart of the mission. You will get:

• High technical ownership.
• Small engineering team with significant influence.
• Access to cutting-edge AI hardware.
• Opportunity to shape both products and engineering culture.

About the company

Our client is a Danish start-up company in the capital region that develops imaging payloads for UAV sensing systems primarily for the defense sector. More details to follow at the interview.