Software Engineer C++

SWITCH; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 56,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Switch in the Eindhoven region is seeking several C++ Software Engineers to help build a next-generation imaging platform from the ground up. You will work in a greenfield environment where you influence design and technical direction while delivering robust software with modern C++17+.

The role offers hands-on coding, code reviews, collaboration with engineers and technical specialists, and opportunities for medior to senior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years professional software development experience.
• Strong C++ proficiency.
• Experience with CMake and Git.
• Good command of English.

Responsibilities

• Develop software in modern C++ (C++17+).
• Build new software components from scratch.
• Work with CMake and Git.
• Translate requirements into robust software solutions.
• Contribute to software design and architecture.
• Perform code reviews.
• Testing and integrating software components.
• Improve software quality, maintainability and reliability.
• Work closely with other software engineers and technical specialists.

Skills

C++

CMake

Git

English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Software Engineering or similar

Tools

N/A

Job description

* Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

C++ Software Engineer - High-Tech Imaging

Eindhoven region | €5,000 - €6,350 gross per month | C++17+ | CMake | Deta-vast

Would you like to work on a completely new high-tech software platform instead of maintaining legacy code?

For a growing development team in the Eindhoven region, we are looking for several C++ Software Engineers to help build a next-generation imaging application from the ground up.

We have opportunities for different levels of seniority, ranging from experienced Software Engineer to Senior Software Designer.

Your role

You will work in a greenfield software environment where you can influence not only the code, but also the design and technical direction of the platform.

Your work will include:

• Developing software in modern C++ (C++17 or newer)
• Building new software components from scratch
• Working with CMake and Git
• Translating requirements into robust software solutions
• Contributing to software design and architecture
• Performing code reviews
• Testing and integrating software components
• Improving software quality, maintainability and reliability
• Working closely with other software engineers and technical specialists

Depending on your level of experience, you can also take ownership of larger modules or subsystems and provide technical guidance to other engineers.

What are we looking for?

You have:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a similar technical field
• Around 3+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong experience with C++
• Experience with CMake
• Experience with Git
• A solid understanding of software design and object-oriented development
• Good command of English

Experience with one or more of the following is a plus:

• Image processing or imaging software
• Software architecture and design patterns
• High-tech or complex technical products
• Medical or regulated environments
• CI/CD and automated testing
• AI-assisted development tools
• Code reviews or technical mentoring

What can you expect?

• A modern greenfield software project
• Working with C++17+ in a high-tech environment
• Plenty of technical responsibility and input
• Opportunities for both medior and senior engineers
• Intention to join the client directly afterwards
• Start in Q4 2026, preferably around October

Are you a C++ Software Engineer looking for a technically challenging project where you can genuinely contribute to the design and development of a new software platform?