C++ Senior Software Engineer

The people we all rely on to make the world go round – they rely on Thales.

Thales rely on its employees to invent the future: right here, right now.

Present in Romania for over 40 years, Thales is expanding its presence in the country by growing its Digital capabilities and by developing a Group Engineering Competence Centre (ECC). Operating from Bucharest, Thales delivers solutions in a number of core businesses, from ground transportation, space and defence, to security and aeronautics.

Several professional opportunities have arisen. If you are looking for the solidity of a Global Group that is at the forefront of innovation, but with the agility of a human structure that tailors to the personal development of its employees and allows opportunities for evolution in an international environment, then this is the place for you!

About Our Team

Part of the Global Business Unit Land and Air Systems (LAS) within Thales Group, Thales AMS (Airspace Mobility Solutions) is providing leading edge airspace control and security solutions for the commercial and defense sectors, as well as digital solutions for Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) and Digital Aviation.

AMS represents revenues of over 500 million Euros worldwide and is the global market leader in the space of Air Traffic Management and one of the most credible players in the new UTM space.

AMS address different markets of Air Traffic Control (ATC) solutions (mainly SW based). Projects involves teams in France (Rungis/Toulouse), Portugal, UK, Romania and Australia. The TopSky-C Product line delivers low cost solutions.

AMS values:

• Trust, collaboration & transparency
• Dare to do
• Deliver on commitments
• Put the customer at the heart of everything we do
• Continuously learning and improving how we work to achieve excellence
• We set the example by aligning activities and behavior with shared values
• Undergo continuous improvement and personal growth

Mission

As an experienced software developer, you will be responsible for the design, development and support of software solutions in the fields of Air Traffic Management. Working individually or as part of a larger team, you will be responsible for the design and development of new functionalities, the customization and modification of existing modules/applications.

• Is accountable for the technical, technological, and methodological choices taken in respect of the selected software architecture
• Guarantees adherence to in-scope standards, reuse policy and product development plans;
• Prepares the Design & Justification Files;
• Provides knowledge on state-of-the-art software architecting, taking account of future developments;
• Monitors technological developments.
• Acts like a mentor for development team both technically and soft skill-wise

Technical Skills

Relevant experience:

• Ability to understand and debate on complex technical issues
• Proficiency in C++
• Experience with big data platforms and familiarity with relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL)
• Knowledge of configuration and change management tools (e.g. JIRA)
• Scripting languages: Bash, Python
• Familiar with DevOps tools and technologies (e.g.: Jenkins/GitLab CI, Docker)
• Linux
• Git
• Agile & SAFe methodologies

Nice to have:

• An understanding of requirements and configuration management, aeronautical Software and Hardware standard (e.g. ED-109/DO-278) and Air Traffic Control
• ADA experience would be a plus
• Java experience would be a plus

Soft Skills

Required:

• Optimistic and can-do attitude
• Values: Focus, Openness, Respect, Courage, Commitment
• Fluent in English
• Collaborative attitude
• Desire to grow on technical and personal levels
• Presentation skills
• Leadership skills

YOUR CAREER AT THALES

Joining Thales, you will integrate into a tight-knit team working in an international and friendly environment. Thanks to various teams working on multiple fields and domains, all located in Bucharest, you will be able to evolve and grow your competences in different areas.

• Room for and attention to personal development
• The opportunity to grow within the organization, for instance on a technical, managerial or international level, within the various markets Thales is working in;

Your immediate benefits

• 24 holiday days a year
• A good work-life balance which includes flexible working hours and work from home options
• A comprehensive compensation and benefit package including medical coverage

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!