Software Engineer

ALTEN; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lease car with fuel card

Hybrid working

Monthly net expense allowance

27 vacation days

Pension scheme

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking a talented C++ Software Engineer to join our Utrecht team and contribute to high-tech client projects across industries. You will develop and maintain software using C++, analyze requirements, and collaborate with engineers and stakeholders.

The role offers a hybrid working model with a pension scheme, generous vacation days, and a monthly net expense allowance. Fluency in English is required, and the ideal candidate holds a HBO/WO degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Requires HBO/WO degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• At least 3 years of professional C++ software development experience
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and software design principles
• Experience with C++ development tools, compilers and debuggers
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining software applications using C++
• Implementing technical requirements into clean, reliable, and maintainable code
• Analyzing and solving software issues and bugs
• Writing and maintaining unit tests to ensure software quality
• Participating in code reviews and following established development standards
• Working with engineers and stakeholders within project teams

Skills

C++

Object-oriented programming

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

C++ development tools

Job description

As part of our expanding team, we are looking for a talented C++ Software Engineer to join us in Utrecht and contribute to impactful, high-tech client projects across a variety of industries.

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

• Developing and maintaining software applications using C++
• Implementing technical requirements into clean, reliable, and maintainable code
• Analyzing and solving software issues and bugs
• Writing and maintaining unit tests to ensure software quality
• Participating in code reviews and following established development standards
• Working together with other engineers and stakeholders within project teams

Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (HBO/WO) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in professional C++ software development
• Good understanding of object-oriented programming and basic software design principles
• Experience working with C++ development tools, compilers, and debuggers
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• 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

Why Join Us?

• Exciting Projects Across Industries: Contribute to innovative solutions in automotive, high-tech, transport, defence, and telecom sectors
• Diverse Client Portfolio: Work with both global leaders and emerging innovators
• Career Development: Access to continuous training, mentorship, and opportunities to attend leading industry events
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team-oriented environment that values innovation, knowledge-sharing, and personal growth

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.