Senior Software Engineer (Innovation & Prototyping)

Bentley Systems; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary & benefits package

Inclusion and wellbeing programs

Job summary

Bentley Systems in Dublin, Ireland, invites senior software engineers to join a team focused on rapid prototyping and innovation across our Product & Technology landscape. You will work on short-term, high-impact projects, building proof-of-concepts and exploring AI-enabled development while modernizing distributed systems.

You will collaborate with senior engineers, architects and product stakeholders, delivering scalable cloud-native solutions with emphasis on autonomy and impact across

Qualifications

• 7+ years hands-on software engineering experience.
• Proven distributed systems and cloud-native architecture expertise.
• Experience with at least one major cloud platform (Azure/AWS/Google Cloud).
• Experience designing multi-tenant applications.
• Proficient in C++, C#, TypeScript, Java or Python.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools.
• Strong communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver proof-of-concept cloud projects and prototypes.
• Develop demos that validate architectures and enable rapid decision-making.
• Build resilient microservices and data pipelines (Kubernetes/containers).
• Uphold CI/CD, zero-downtime deployments, secure config management.
• Investigate unfamiliar systems and enable seamless integrations.
• Write clean, maintainable code and own projects end-to-end.
• Communicate complex concepts effectively across teams.

Skills

Distributed systems

Cloud-native

C++

C#

TypeScript

Java

Python

AI-assisted tools

Communication

Education

Bachelors in CS/SE or equivalent

Tools

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Job description

Location: Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid)

Position Summary

We're hiring a new team of Senior Software Engineers focused on rapid prototyping and innovation across our Product & Technology landscape.
This is not a typical software engineering role. You won't be tied to a single product, instead, you'll be a key player in a specialized engineering squad of architects and engineers, working on short-term, high-impact projects. Your mission will be to build proof-of-concepts, experiment with emerging technologies like AI, and tackle complex challenges in distributed systems and cloud-native architecture.
You will be instrumental in shaping the future of Bentley's products and platforms, working on everything from modernizing existing systems to creating entirely new solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a high degree of autonomy, collaborate with senior architects, and make a tangible impact on Bentley's strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with architects, product management, development leads and business stakeholders to design, build, and deliver proof-of-concept cloud-based projects and prototypes.
• Develop high-quality proof-of-concepts and demos that de-risk technical challenges, validate complex architectures, and showcase the practical value of emerging technologies for multi-tenant, cloud-native architectures, with a focus on scalability and resilience.
• Implement resilient microservices and data pipelines (Kubernetes/containers) while upholding rigorous standards for CI/CD, zero-downtime deployments, and secure configuration management.
• Rapidly investigate unfamiliar systems and organizational boundaries to build seamless integrations and deliver pragmatic, production-ready solutions with minimal ramp-up time.
• Utilize AI-assisted software development tools (such as GitHub Copilot, Google Gemini, and Claude) to accelerate development and innovate on our engineering workflows.
• Work as a hands-on engineer, writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code to bring concepts to life.
• Work autonomously and communicate complex technical concepts effectively to diverse stakeholders across the business, taking ownership of projects from concept to delivery.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in software engineering, with a proven track record of delivering complex, high-quality solutions.
• Deep expertise in distributed systems and cloud-native architecture patterns.
• Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud).
• Proven experience in designing and building multi-tenant applications.
• Programming experience in any of the following C++, C#, TypeScript, Java or Python.
• Experience with AI-assisted software development tools and a passion for leveraging AI to solve complex problems.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A highly adaptable and self-motivated mindset, with a passion for learning new technologies and tackling ambiguous challenges.
• Degree in computer science, software engineering or relevant training and/or experience.

What We Offer

• A great Team and culture - please see our colleague video .
• An exciting career as an integral part of a world-leading software company providing solutions for architecture, engineering, and construction - watch this short documentary about how we got our start.
• An attractive salary and benefits package.
• A commitment to inclusion, belonging and colleague wellbeing through global initiatives and resource groups.
• A company committed to making a real difference by advancing the world's infrastructure for better quality of life, where your contributions help build a more sustainable, connected, and resilient world. Discover our latest user success stories for an insight into our global impact.

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About Bentley Systems

Around the world, infrastructure professionals rely on software from Bentley Systems to help them design, build, and operate better and more resilient infrastructure for transportation, water, energy, cities, and more. Founded in 1984 by engineers for engineers, Bentley is the partner of choice for engineering firms and owner-operators worldwide, with software that spans engineering disciplines, industry sectors, and all phases of the infrastructure lifecycle. Through our digital twin solutions, we help infrastructure professionals unlock the value of their data to transform project delivery and asset performance.

Opportunity Employer:

Bentley is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers for employment all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, religion/belief, national origin, caste, age, or any other characteristic protected by local law or unrelated to job qualifications.

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