Software Engineer

ALTEN; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lease car with fuel card

Monthly net expense allowance

27 vacation days

Pension scheme

Job summary

ALTEN in Rotterdam is seeking a skilled C++ Software Engineer to join our growing team and contribute to high‑impact client projects across industries. You will design, develop, and maintain C++ applications, translate specifications into robust, scalable code, and work with cross‑functional teams to deliver reliable, performant solutions.

The role offers hybrid working, 27 vacation days (with option to buy up to 10 more), a monthly net expense allowance, and a pension scheme with no employee

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (HBO/WO) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 3–8 years of professional experience with C++ software development
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex challenges
• Excellent communication skills to engage with colleagues and clients at all levels
• Positive mindset, proactive attitude, and eagerness to continuously learn and grow
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software applications using C++
• Translating technical specifications into robust, efficient, and scalable code
• Identifying, analyzing, and solving complex technical issues with innovative solutions
• Ensuring code quality through unit testing, code reviews, and best practices
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and performant solutions

Skills

C++ development

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/Software Engineering

Job description

The Position

As part of our growing team, we are looking for a skilled C++ Software Engineer to join us in Rotterdam and contribute to exciting, high-impact client projects across various industries.

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

• Designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software applications using C++
• Translating technical specifications into robust, efficient, and scalable code
• Identifying, analyzing, and solving complex technical issues with innovative solutions
• Ensuring code quality through unit testing, code reviews, and best practices
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and performant solutions

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (HBO/WO) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 3–8 years of professional experience with C++ software development
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex challenges
• Excellent communication skills to engage with colleagues and clients at all levels
• Positive mindset, proactive attitude, and eagerness to continuously learn and grow
• 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.

Ready for a new challenge?