Software Engineer - Defense

We are seeking a passionate Software Engineer to join our dynamic R&D department .

You will develop software solutions for our Air Traffic Control and Defense & Security Business Unit.

• Analyze and enhance the existing codebase for the product you’re working on.
• Evaluate requirements from NPI (New Product Introduction) project managers and translate them into necessary code changes.
• Contribute to defining the overall architecture for new developments, building on existing frameworks or proposing new approaches.
• Collaborate with colleagues (both software and non-software) to assess all aspects of new designs, including the impact on other departments such as product industrialization.
• Maintain a broad product overview and identify opportunities for code and design reuse across projects.
• Discuss proposed modifications with team members to arrive at well-rounded, effective solutions.
• Apply best coding practices and actively suggest process improvements to enhance team performance and product quality.
• Represent the software team in product-related project meetings.
• Take ownership of follow-up tasks and incorporate new insights as the design evolves.
• Ensure reliable and timely software deliverables, including managing the release process.
• Estimate workloads and communicate proactively when project milestones are at risk.
• Report directly to the R&D Manager Software.

Your profile

• Master’s degree in Electronics, ICT, computer sciences, or equivalent.
• Min. a few years of experience in related field.
• Advanced technical skills i.e. Embedded software development: embedded Linux, Build Systems (Buildroot, Yocto)
• Programming languages: C/C++ (Python, Linux shell script, Java Script)
• Understanding of network technology
• Version control systems: SVN, git
• You have an analytical mind and are solution oriented.
• You are enthusiastic and can collaborate with an open mind in an international team.
• You have good communication skills in English.
• You identify with our core company values: Customer Focus, Teamwork, Trust & Respect, Ethical Behavior.

Offer You will join an international environment where innovation is key and colleagues who share determination & high standards of work that move the world forward.

Our head office in Kortrijk is easily accessible due to the traffic-free routes: by car, bike or public transport.

We offer a competitive salary, complimented by extra-legal benefits.

• Meal vouchers of €9
• Transport allowance
• Internet allowance of €60 net
• Yearly bonus
• Group insurance
• Medical insurance
• Flexible salary plan with possibilities for a lease car, electric bicycle, tablet, etc.

In addition, we invest in personal growth by offering various training opportunities throughout the year ('Everyone Learns' program, Mtech+ training courses, IT Awareness training, Viva Learning, on the job training & much more).

Furthermore, we value a healthy work-life balance and promoting this by offering flexible working hours, the possibility to work from home and 32 vacation days.

If you join the ScioTeq family, you can also attend various events and activities (like for example a Company Celebration, Out of office party, Quizzes, buddy walks, …) that enhance the team spirit.