C++/Qt Software Engineer - Defence & Aereospace

Bertrandt Group; Roma; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Bertrandt Group in Rome is seeking a C++/Qt Software Engineer to design, develop and validate GUI-based applications. You will create intuitive, high-performance interfaces and ensure tight integration with backend components in a cross-functional team.

The role emphasizes GUI design, UX best practices and collaboration with software, system and validation teams, with a hybrid working model and opportunities to contribute to documentation and testing activities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related disciplines.
• Proven experience in C++ software development.
• Strong knowledge of the Qt Framework and its main components.
• Experience in GUI design and development.
• Experience with event handling, signals & slots, widgets and layout management.
• Experience integrating UI with application functionalities.
• Knowledge of UX principles and usability best practices.
• Knowledge of GitHub version control systems.
• Experience with Jenkins and CMake.
• Experience in software integration, testing and troubleshooting.
• Good English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain software applications using C++ and Qt.
• Design and implement modern, intuitive and responsive Graphical User Interfaces (GUI).
• Develop user interface components leveraging Qt framework features.
• Manage user interactions, event handling and workflows.
• Design and organize layouts according to usability and UX best practices.
• Integrate graphical interfaces with backend components.
• Collaborate with software, system and validation teams during the lifecycle.
• Contribute to UX usability improvements and documentation.

Skills

C++ Development

Qt Framework

GUI Design

GitHub

Jenkins

CMake

UX Principles

English Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering/Computer Science

Tools

Qt Framework

GitHub

Jenkins

CMake

DOORS

Job description

The position offers a hybrid working model.

About Bertrandt

Bertrandt is an international engineering and technology partner supporting leading customers in the Automotive, Aerospace, Defence, Industrial and Digital Engineering sectors.

What We Are Looking For

For a leading international Defence company based in Rome, we are looking for a C++/Qt Software Engineer with experience in the design and development of Graphical User Interfaces (GUI).

The selected candidate will be involved in the design, development, integration and validation of software applications, contributing to the creation of intuitive, user-friendly and high-performance interfaces. The role requires close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the effective integration of user interfaces with application functionalities and to enhance the overall user experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain software applications using C++ and Qt;
• Design and implement modern, intuitive and responsive Graphical User Interfaces (GUI);Develop user interface components leveraging the main features of the Qt Framework;
• Manage user interactions, event handling and application workflows;
• Design and organize layouts according to usability and UX best practices;
• Integrate graphical interfaces with application functionalities and backend components;
• Collaborate with software, system and validation teams throughout the development lifecycle;
• Contribute to the improvement of User Experience (UX) and usability aspects;
• Support software integration, testing and troubleshooting activities;
• Produce and maintain technical documentation according to project standards.

Requirements

Mandatory

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related disciplines;
• Proven experience in C++ Software Development;
• Strong knowledge of the Qt Framework and its main components;
• Experience in the design and development of Graphical User Interfaces (GUI);
• Experience with event handling, signals & slots, widgets and layout management;
• Experience integrating user interfaces with application functionalities;
• Knowledge of User Experience (UX) principles and usability best practices;
• Knowledge of Git Hub version control systems;
• Experience with Jenkins and CMake;
• Experience in software integration, testing and troubleshooting;
• Good English communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience in Defence, Aerospace, Railway or other highly regulated environments;
• Experience in writing, maintaining and managing technical documentation;
• Knowledge of requirements and documentation management tools such as DOORS or similar;
• Experience working in Agile environments;
• Knowledge of Jira and Confluence;
• Familiarity with CI/CD methodologies and automated software delivery processes;
• Knowledge of software design patterns and software architecture principles;
• Experience with Qt Quick/QML.

Yearly Gross Salary: €40,000 - €50,000

As a leading technology partner in the automotive, aerospace and mechanical engineering sectors, Bertrandt focuses on the trends of digitalization, autonomous systems, connectivity and electric mobility. With our almost 50 years of cross-sector experience, our global presence and our expert organization, we help to shape the future and implement innovative projects for our customers. Our strengths are our many years of experience in transformation processes, our ability to see projects from a holistic perspective - from the initial idea to start of production and after sales - and the speed at which we can scale up projects. Around 13.000 employees at more than 50 sites worldwide are committed to addressing the challenges faced by our customers.

Bertrandt guarantees (in accordance with Legislative Decree 198/2006, Legislative Decree 215/2003 and Legislative Decree 216/2003) equal access to employment for all candidates and are committed to fostering respect for diversity and inclusion in the workplace