Sr. Software Engineer

United States Digital Space LLC; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,500 - 96,800; Full time

Job summary

Navico Group in Amsterdam, Netherlands is seeking a Software Engineer I to design, develop and enhance software within the Power Systems PD&E division. You will contribute to the full software development lifecycle under mentorship, gaining hands-on experience in embedded systems and marine technologies.

Under senior engineers, you will participate in code reviews, testing and documentation, grow your skills in scalable architectures and CI/CD, and collaborate with product and engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, Windows/desktop basics and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Advanced knowledge of electronics and embedded systems.
• 7+ years of software engineering experience, including system design and implementation.
• Expertise in software architecture, scalable system design, and performance optimization.
• Proficiency in modern programming languages and development frameworks (e.g., Python, C#, .Net MAUI).
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance software systems.
• Facilitate technical design sessions and conduct in-depth code reviews.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Collaborate with product and engineering leadership to align solutions with business objectives.
• Champion software quality through test automation, CI/CD, and best practices.
• Influence architectural direction and contribute to long-term technical strategy.

Skills

Object-oriented programming

Windows/desktop basics

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science/Software/Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Job description

Are you ready for what's next?

Come explore opportunities within the company, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. the company believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Workplace Category

Hybrid

Travel Required

5% if necessary

Visa Sponsorship

This position is eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

Relocation

Not available

Innovation is the heart of the company. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview

The Software Engineer I designs, develops and enhances software, firmware, contributing to code reviews and overall software architecture. This role sits within our Amsterdam, Netherlands location with or Power Systems business unit. This role plays a foundational role in supporting the development of innovative software solutions within the Navico Group PD&E division. This position is designed for recent graduates or individuals with limited industry experience who are eager to grow their technical skills in a collaborative and supportive environment. Under the mentorship of senior engineers, the Software Engineer I contributes to the full software development lifecycle – including design, coding, testing, and documentation – while gaining exposure to real-world engineering practices. This role emphasizes learning, adaptability, and teamwork, providing a strong platform for career progression in embedded systems and marine technologies.

At the company, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions

• Lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance software systems.
• Facilitate technical design sessions and conduct in-depth code reviews.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Collaborate with product and engineering leadership to align solutions with business objectives.
• Champion software quality through test automation, CI/CD, and best practices.
• Influence architectural direction and contribute to long-term technical strategy.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, Windows/desktop basics and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Advanced knowledge of electronics and embedded systems.

• 7+ years of software engineering experience, including system design and implementation.
• Expertise in software architecture, scalable system design, and performance optimization.
• Proficiency in modern programming languages and development frameworks (e.g., Python, C#, .Net MAUI).
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading Agile teams or technical initiatives.
• Contributions to open-source projects or technical publications.
• Experience with safety-critical or high-reliability systems.
• Familiarity with embedded security, bootloaders, and firmware update mechanisms.

Working Conditions

• In office on a hybrid basis is required
• Mostly office environment and in engineer labs.
• May be required to perform field tests.

Pay Verbiage

This exciting position offers an annual base salary range between 70,500 EUR to 96,800 EUR. The actual salary offer will consider a wide range of factors, including skills, experience, and location.

This salary will be pro-rated based on any part-time working agreement.

This position is eligible for participation in discretionary bonus plan, in accordance with company policies.

Why the company

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Division/Brand

Navico Group is a stand-alone division of the company, the world’s largest recreational marine business.

Navico Group is the global leader in technology, systems and solutions for a variety of industries, from Marine & RV to Specialty Vehicles and beyond. Our broad portfolio consists of the industry's leading brands in Power Systems, Digital Systems, Fishing Systems, and Performance Components including Ancor, Attwood, B&G, BEP, Blue Sea Systems, C-MAP, CZone, Garelick, Lenco, Lowrance, Marinco, MotorGuide, Mastervolt, ProMariner, RELiON, Simrad and Whale.

Our team is committed and driven, every day, to be the most trusted supply partner to the marine and mobile industries...and beyond.

Next is Now!

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and inspiration. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

the company is committed to providing a workplace that offers equal employment opportunities based solely on merit. Therefore, discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status under applicable local, state or federal law is not tolerated.