Software Engineer

HBK - Hottinger Brüel & Kjær; Tavagnacco; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HBK - Hottinger Brüel & Kjær is seeking a Software Engineer to advance the VI-WorldSim platform for traffic simulation. You will build real-time sensor models, integrate open standards, and work with partners across functions to deliver robust simulation tools for mobility systems.

The role requires experience in C++/Python, sensor physics, test automation, and QA practices. Hybrid work in Italy with 50% home office and 50% office time is supported.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in C++ and Python programming for simulation software.
• Experience with sensor physics and modelling for real-time systems.
• Familiarity with Unreal Engine and game tech is a plus.
• Designed and implemented automated test frameworks for complex software.
• Knowledge of test generation: scenario-based, data-driven, model-based.
• Understanding of QA principles: verification, validation, traceability.
• Experience with CI/CD and automated build/test pipelines.
• Ability to analyze requirements and define test strategies.
• Familiarity with software quality standards and test coverage metrics.
• Keeps up with industry trends in simulation and autonomous systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop real-time virtual sensor models for traffic simulation.
• Integrate reference open standards into the platform.
• Collaborate with technical partners across functions.
• Validate simulation results against experimental data.
• Design and maintain automated testing pipelines for sensor models.
• Develop test generation methods for broad scenario coverage.
• Define and improve software quality assurance processes.
• Analyze results, identify defects, support root-cause analysis.
• Contribute to CI and release quality activities.

Skills

C++ & Python

Sensor physics

Unreal Engine

Automated test frameworks

Test generation techniques

QA principles

CI/CD practices

Requirements analysis

Quality standards

Industry trends

Job description

Do you want to be part of a business that genuinely values entrepreneurialism, innovation and individual accountability? We focus on our customers and are proud of the difference our technology makes. We partner with some of the biggest manufacturing companies in the world and our technical innovations are used to enhance well-known brands across multiple industries.

This job will provide you with an opportunity to further your career alongside some of the best and most passionate technology experts from around the world in a leading company within the test, measurement and data analytics industry. You will be a strong contributor collaborating closely with colleagues from various business functions.

At HBK, we live up to our three values: Be True, Own It and Aim High. We believe in absolute integrity – it’s how we win for stakeholders, the environment and each other. We believe in teamwork and keeping our promises – to ourselves and others. Finally, we believe in being bold and positive. This is how we perform at our best and achieve greater success.

Join Our Team as a Software Engineer – Shape the Future of Traffic Simulation!

We’re looking for a passionate Software Engineer to help us enhance VI-WorldSim, our cutting-edge traffic management simulation platform. In this role, you’ll work on innovative solutions that drive realistic agent behavior and improve mobility systems worldwide.

The right candidate will live near Udine or Torino and have the ability to work from home 50% and come into the office 50% of the time.

The right candidate will also be a citizen of Italy as we are unable to process candidates who are on a visa for this opportunity.

"What You Bring"

• Strong skills in C++ and Python programming.
• Experience with sensor physics.
• Familiarity with game development technologies, especially Unreal Engine.
• Experience designing and implementing automated test frameworks for complex software systems.
• Knowledge of test generation techniques, including scenario-based, data-driven, and model-based testing approaches.
• Understanding of software quality assurance principles, including verification, validation, traceability, and defect management.
• Experience with continuous integration and continuous testing practices.
• Ability to analyze requirements and define comprehensive test strategies for simulation and sensor models.
• Familiarity with software quality standards, coding best practices, and test coverage metrics.
• A passion for staying ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies.

"What You’ll Do"

• Develop cutting-edge real-time virtual sensor models.
• Integrate reference open standards.
• Interact with technical partners.
• Validate simulation results against experimental data.
• Design and maintain automated testing pipelines for sensor models and simulation environments.
• Develop test generation methodologies to ensure broad scenario coverage and robust validation.
• Define, execute, and continuously improve software quality assurance processes.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, support root-cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.
• Contribute to continuous integration and release quality activities.

Additional Bonus Points

• Previous experience in sensor simulation.
• Knowledge of reference open standards like OSI and ASAM OpenMATERIAL 3D.
• Experience with automated software testing, simulation verification, or virtual validation frameworks.
• Knowledge of model-based testing, scenario generation, or test orchestration in autonomous driving environments.
• Familiarity with QA methodologies such as risk-based testing, regression testing, and requirements-based verification.