QED EU Software Engineer

QED Technologies International LLC; Delft; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Hybrid work (1–2 days from home)

Pension scheme

Personal development budget

40 days off

Job summary

QED Technologies Europe in Delft seeks a Software Engineer to join the Software & Controls team. You will develop robust software interfacing with high-precision machines and collaborate with our US parent company.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in a relevant field, 3–5 years of software experience, and proficiency in C# with MVVM (WPF). The role offers hybrid work, strong growth, and a path to permanent employment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Physics, or related engineering field.
• 3–5 years of experience in software development.
• Strong experience with C# (preferred) or Java.
• Experience with MVVM frameworks (e.g., WPF).
• Willingness to work with WinForms.
• Excellent command of English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Develop robust software that enables customers to operate high-precision machines effectively.
• Work across the full software stack, with an initial focus on integrating existing systems into the QED platform.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Netherlands and the United States on architecture and implementation.
• Contribute to improving and extending the functionality of existing systems.
• Test and validate your software directly on machines in a hands-on environment.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science/Physics/Engineering

Tools

C#

WPF

MVVM

WinForms

Job description

Software Engineer at QED Technologies Europe

Location: Delft Hours: 32–40 per week Education Level: Master’s degree (WO)

This position requires that the individual be permanently authorized to work in Delft, Netherlands and will not require employer sponsorship, now or in the future. Please only apply if you have permanent work authorization to work in Delft, Netherlands.

Join QED Technologies Europe and work on software that powers some of the world’s most precise optical measurement systems. In this role, you combine hands‑on software engineering with real‑world machine interaction, contributing directly to high-impact applications in semiconductor manufacturing and astronomy. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the next generation of our software platform in close collaboration with our US-based parent company.

What you will do

As a Software Engineer, you are part of the Software & Controls team within the Development & Engineering department. You work in a multidisciplinary environment where software, physics, and mechatronics come together.

Your key responsibilities:

• Develop robust software that enables customers to operate high-precision machines effectively
• Work across the full software stack, with an initial focus on integrating existing systems into the QED platform
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Netherlands and the United States on architecture and implementation
• Contribute to improving and extending the functionality of existing systems
• Test and validate your software directly on machines in a hands‑on environment

What we offer

Your benefits include:

• Salary between €4,000 – €4,700 gross per month (based on experience)
• Annual bonus of 5% (based on company performance)
• 40 days off: 32 vacation days + 8 ADV (full-time)
• Pension scheme according to the Metalektro CAO
• Hybrid working (1–2 days from home)
• Flexible working hours (start between 07:00–09:30)
• Personal development budget tailored to your ambitions
• 1-year contract with the intention of permanent employment

What you bring

You are a pragmatic and structured Software Engineer who enjoys working in a multidisciplinary, hands‑on environment. You communicate clearly, collaborate easily, and like to see your work come to life in real machines.

Your profile includes:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Physics, or a related engineering field
• 3–5 years of experience in software development
• Strong experience with C# (preferred) or Java
• Experience with MVVM frameworks (e.g., WPF)
• Willingness to work with (and maintain) WinForms
• Excellent command of English (spoken and written)

Nice to have

• Experience in multidisciplinary environments (hardware + software)
• Familiarity with .NET Framework and .NET Core

About us

QED Technologies Europe (formerly Dutch United Instruments) develops high‑end optical measurement equipment used worldwide in semiconductor manufacturing, astronomy, and other advanced applications. In 2025, the company was acquired by QED Technologies in the United States, creating new opportunities for growth and innovation.

From our office in Delft, Netherlands we work with a team of 25 colleagues in an open, collaborative environment. We combine the agility of a small engineering office with the global reach of an international organization.

If you have any questions concerning the Software Engineer position, please contact Rogier Ellenbroek (Software & Controls Team Lead) at [phone]