Senior Software Engineer

The Position

As part of our ongoing growth, we are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our teams and work on client projects in Hengelo, Netherlands .

As a Senior Software Engineer you will:

• Design, develop, and maintain Naval Combat Management Systems
• Design and write Python-based software that sets up and manages networks between ship systems to ensure data flows correctly under reliability and security requirements
• Together with your team, you own the full software lifecycle from requirements analysis, R&D, to testing and demonstrations
• Make the systems repeatable, maintainable, and easy to deploy

Your profile

• Completed bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or related field
• 3-4 years of experience in a similar position
• Strong experience in Python (OOP and functional programming)
• Experience with CI/CD tools (GitLab, Jenkins, Jira, Maven)
• Experience working on Linux systems, preferably with Red Hat Certification (RHCE)
• Experience with Ansible (or IaC in general) and networking knowledge (e.g., routing & switching, OSPF, multicast, firewalls)
• Experience in scaled and Agile environments
• You enjoy systems programming, infrastructure, and networking

Working Conditions

• Permanent contract
• You get a lease car with a fuel card
• Possibility of hybrid working
• Monthly net expense allowance
• 27 vacation days with the possibility to purchase 10 extra vacation days
• Pension scheme without personal contribution

What we offer

• Access to exciting projects in key sectors: Defence, Transport, Telecom, Finance
• A diverse client base : Collaborations with both large corporations and smaller players across the Netherlands
• A real career development plan : Continuous training, coaching, daily knowledge sharing
• An innovative and collaborative environment

About ALTEN

ALTEN is a world leader in engineering and technology consulting, with over 57,700 employees in more than 30 countries. We support major companies in their innovation, R&D, and digital transformation projects across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, energy, finance, life sciences, and telecommunications.

Present in the Netherlands for over 20 years, ALTEN Nederland operates from its offices in Eindhoven, Capelle aan den IJssel, Apeldoorn, Groningen and Amstelveen. Today, with a team of 600+ consultants, ALTEN Nederland offers a wide range of expertise across Engineering and IT fields. From Automotive to Railway, and Defence to Aeronautics, our experts deploy their knowledge to provide innovative solutions in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.

Ready for a new challenge?

Apply now and take part in innovative and impactful projects at ALTEN Nederland!