C++ Engineer

ALTEN; Hengelo; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lease car with fuel card

Hybrid working

Monthly net expense allowance

27 vacation days

Pension scheme (no personal contribu)

Job summary

ALTEN is a world-leading engineering and technology company expanding its software capabilities in the Netherlands. We seek a C++ Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain robust software and embedded systems using C++ and Python, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on high‑tech projects.

The role emphasizes clean code, design patterns, and defensive programming, with exposure to CI/CD processes and modern tooling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• At least 3 years of professional C++ development experience.
• Experience with Python software development.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and software architecture principles.
• Experience with defensive coding and developing maintainable software.
• Familiarity with version control, build management, and CI/CD tools such as Git, Maven, Nexus, and Jenkins.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software applications using C++ and Python.
• Reviewing, improving, and optimizing code quality, readability, and maintainability.
• Applying object-oriented design principles and software design patterns.
• Developing robust and reliable software using defensive coding techniques.
• Configuring and integrating software in embedded and target hardware environments.
• Collaborating with software, hardware, testing, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Contributing to software quality through code reviews, testing, and engineering best practices.
• Working with modern development tools and CI/CD environments to support efficient software delivery.

Skills

C++

Python

OOP

Design patterns

Software architecture

Defensive coding

English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Eng./EE

Tools

Git

Maven

Nexus

Jenkins

Job description

As part of our expanding team, we are looking for a talented C++ Software Engineer to join us and contribute to innovative, high-tech projects in complex software and embedded system environments. You will work on the development of robust, reliable, and maintainable software solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

As a C++ Software Engineer, your main tasks will include:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software applications using C++ and Python
• Reviewing, improving, and optimizing code quality, readability, and maintainability
• Applying object-oriented design principles and software design patterns
• Developing robust and reliable software using defensive coding techniques
• Configuring and integrating software in embedded and target hardware environments
• Collaborating with software, hardware, testing, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration
• Contributing to software quality through code reviews, testing, and engineering best practices
• Working with modern development tools and CI/CD environments to support efficient software delivery

Your Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree (HBO/WO) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience with C++ development
• Experience with Python software development
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and software architecture principles
• Experience with defensive coding and developing maintainable software solutions
• Familiarity with version control, build management, and CI/CD tools such as Git, Maven, Nexus, and Jenkins
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams
• Proactive mindset with a passion for technology and continuous improvement
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Working Conditions

• Lease car with fuel card
• Possibility of hybrid working
• Monthly net expense allowance
• 27 vacation days, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra vacation days
• Pension scheme with no personal contribution required

What we offer

• Access to exciting projects in key sectors: Defence, Transport, Telecom, Finance
• A diverse client base: Collaborations with both large corporations and smaller players across the Netherlands
• A real career development plan: Continuous training, coaching, daily knowledge sharing
• An innovative and collaborative environment

About ALTEN

ALTEN is a world leader in engineering and technology consulting, with over 57,700 employees in more than 30 countries. We support major companies in their innovation, R&D, and digital transformation projects across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, energy, finance, life sciences, and telecommunications.

Present in the Netherlands for over 20 years, ALTEN operates from its offices in Eindhoven, Capelle aan den IJssel, Apeldoorn, Groningen and Amstelveen. Today, with a team of 600+ consultants, ALTEN offers a wide range of expertise across Engineering and IT fields. From Automotive to Railway, and Defence to Aeronautics, our experts deploy their knowledge to provide innovative solutions in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.