C++/Python Embedded Software Engineer (Hybrid)

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

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.