Military Derivatives Stream-aligned Software Engineer

Airbus Defence and Space; Getafe; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee stock options

Retirement plan

Study grants

Hybrid work model

Free canteen onsite

Kindergarten onsite

Medical office onsite

Collective transport service

Upskilling opportunities

Development prospects in a diverse环境

Special product/benefit rates

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space SAU is seeking a Software Engineer in Getafe, Madrid, to contribute to the Software Mission Systems Team. You will work on high-performance distributed systems, delivering state-of-the-art software in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes modern C++, Linux, DDS, Qt, and rigorous testing. The team operates in an international, multicultural environment with hybrid work options and opportunities for professional growth within Airbus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• 5+ years in software development, specifically in high-performance applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to work in international environments.
• Advanced English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design, write, and maintain C++ code for Linux platforms.
• Implement data-centric interfaces and DDS-based architectures.
• Develop and maintain GUIs using Qt framework.
• Deliver customer-facing features with trunk-based development and continuous value streams.
• Apply Test Driven Development with unit, integration, and regression tests.
• Create technical docs including architectures, APIs, and DDS data models.

Skills

Modern C++

Linux

CMake

Git

DDS

Qt framework

Unit testing (GoogleTest/Catch2)

Advanced English

Education

Software Engineering or Computer Science degree

Tools

Qt framework

DDS

GoogleTest

Catch2

Job description

Job Description

An opportunity for a Software Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid). The selected candidate will join the Software Mission Systems Team, specifically integrated into a Stream-Aligned product team. The engineer will contribute to R&D and core product initiatives focused on enhancing our mission system capabilities through next-generation technologies. The role involves collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver continuous value in high-performance distributed environments, building state-of-the-art software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, write, and maintain clean, efficient, and modern C++ code running on Linux platforms.
• Implement data-centric communication interfaces and network architectures using DDS middleware technologies.
• Develop, optimize, and maintain responsive graphical user interfaces (GUIs) leveraging the Qt framework.
• Own the end-to-end delivery of customer-facing features using Trunk Based Development and continuous value stream models.
• Ensure high software quality by implementing Test Driven Development (TDD), including unit, integration, and regression tests.
• Design and implement technical documentation, including software architectures, API contracts, and DDS data models.

Skills

Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to know you:

Education: Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent technical experience. Experience: At least 5 years in software development, specifically in high-performance applications.

Soft skills: Analytical and problem-solving skills, team spirit, and the ability to work in complex, international, and multicultural environments.

Languages: Advanced level in English.

Technical knowledge: Modern C++ (STL, object-oriented design), Linux environments, CMake, and Git.

Valuable / Nice to have: Experience with Qt framework (Quick, QML, or Widgets), DDS (Data Distribution Service), and testing frameworks such as GoogleTest or Catch2 will be valued.

Benefits

• Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year.
• Attractive salary.
• Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance.
• Collective transport service in some sites.
• Benefits such as health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.
• On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.
• Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.
• Special rates in products & benefits.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company

Airbus Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type

Permanent

Experience Level

Professional

Job Family

Software Engineering

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail].

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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