Military Derivatives Stream-aligned Software Engineer

About the role

A Software Engineer position is open within Airbus Defence and Space in Getafe (Madrid). The selected candidate joins the Software Mission Systems Team, embedded in a Stream-Aligned product team, and contributes to R&D and core product initiatives that enhance mission system capabilities with next-generation technologies. The role works closely with cross-functional teams to deliver value in high-performance distributed environments.

Key responsibilities

• Design, write and maintain clean, efficient and modern C++ code running on Linux platforms.
• Implement data-centric communication interfaces and network architectures using DDS middleware technologies.
• Develop, optimise and maintain responsive GUIs using the Qt framework.
• Own end-to-end delivery of customer-facing features using Trunk Based Development and continuous value stream models.
• Ensure high software quality through Test Driven Development, including unit, integration and regression tests.
• Design and implement technical documentation, including software architectures, API contracts and DDS data models.

Required profile

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent technical experience.
• At least 5 years of software development experience, specifically in high-performance applications.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, team spirit, and ability to work in complex, international and multicultural environments.
• Advanced level of English.

Required skills

• Modern C++ (STL, object-oriented design)
• Linux environments, CMake and Git
• Nice to have: Qt (Quick, QML or Widgets), DDS, and testing frameworks such as GoogleTest or Catch2

What we offer

• Permanent position with an attractive salary.
• Vacation days plus additional days off during the year.
• Hybrid working where possible, collective transport service at some sites, and on-site facilities such as a free canteen, kindergarten and medical office.
• Health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan or study grants, and upskilling opportunities.