Software Engineer (C, C++)

Signify Technology; Enschede; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Signify Technology is seeking a Software Engineer (C/C++) for a defence sector project in Enschede, Netherlands. The role is hybrid, onsite 1–3 days per week, with a 12-month fixed-term contract and a permanent-track option.

The position offers a monthly salary of €6,500 plus pension contribution and 40 days of paid annual leave. You will design, develop, and maintain C and C++ software for defence systems, collaborate with cross-functional teams on requirements and integration, and test, debug,

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in C and C++ development.
• Experience working within the defence sector is required.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Enschede, Netherlands for on-site / hybrid role.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software in C and C++ for defence systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on system requirements and integration.
• Test, debug, and optimise code for reliability and performance in demanding operational environments.
• Contribute to technical documentation and design reviews.

Skills

C

C++

Job description

Software Engineer (C/C++) - Defence Sector

Fixed-term contract (12 months), permanent-track

Enschede, Netherlands (hybrid - 1-3 days a week onsite with flexibility)

€6,500 per month, plus pension contribution and 40 days paid annual leave

About The Client

An established defence and security organisation based in the Netherlands, delivering systems used in national and allied defence programmes.

Project / Role Overview

This role sits within a software engineering team building and maintaining systems written in C and C++ for defence applications. You'll be based on-site in Enschede, working directly on software used in operational defence environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software in C and C++ for defence systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on system requirements and integration
• Test, debug, and optimise code for reliability and performance in demanding operational environments
• Contribute to technical documentation and design reviews

Required Skills And Experience

• Minimum 4 years' professional experience in C and C++ software development
• Prior experience working within the defence sector is required
• Based in or willing to relocate to Enschede, Netherlands for an on-site / hybrid role

Accessibility Statement

We make an active choice to be inclusive towards everyone every day. Please let us know if you require any accessibility adjustments through the application or interview process.

Our Commitment To Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion

Signify’s mission is to empower every person, regardless of their background or circumstances, with an equitable chance to achieve the careers they deserve. Building a diverse future, one placement at a time.