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Software Developer – Tools & Automation at Airbus (m/f/x)

Manching, Germany

Simulation, AI, and distributed systems – your codebase for the next generation.

At Airbus Defence and Space GmbH in Manching, you will develop simulation and validation frameworks for cutting-edge technologies as a Software Developer – Tools & Automation. You will work at the intersection of AI, model-based control paradigms, and high-performance applications – in an environment that combines technical precision with systems thinking.

Apply now and help shape the architecture of tomorrow.


The gross annual salary is, depending on qualifications, max. 57,075 €. This position is initially to be filled on a fixed-term basis until 30.04.2027. If you have already applied to ARTS, we look forward to finding further suitable positions together with you – multiple applications are therefore not necessary.

C++
CMake
Simulation Development
English
German

Benefits


Attractive remuneration

Equal pay, special payments & bonuses above the standard pay scale


Referral bonus & tax-free benefits

Bonuses for employee referrals plus Edenred Card benefits


Individual development opportunities

international, Group-wide training & development​


Canteen & catering

delicious meals directly in the office in the canteen or cafeteria


Mobile & sustainable

employee car park and travel allowance


Optimum work-life balance

flexible working hours, 30 vacation days & special leave


Future-proof

company pension scheme with attractive employer contribution

Responsibilities


  • High-performance applications in C++ (C++17 or later) design, implement, and test
  • Cross-platform software for Unix and Windows environments develop and maintain
  • Build systems manage with CMake and optimize development workflows
  • System architecture contribute to and apply sound software design principles
  • Simulation tools and frameworks for distributed systems further develop
  • gRPC communication between distributed services implement and integrate
  • Code reviews conduct and write clean, well-documented code
  • Emerging technologies such as AI/ML and model-based control paradigms (MCP) incorporate


Qualifications

  • Successfully completed degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (at least Bachelor's)
  • Several years of professional experience in software development with a solid understanding of systems architecture and software design principles (e.g., modularity, scalability, performance optimization)
  • Experience in simulation development (e.g., physics engines, real-time systems, numerical modeling)
  • Strong proficiency in C++ with practical experience in C++17 or newer; experience with CMake for build systems
  • Business fluent English (at least C1); German language skills are desirable
  • Experience with gRPC/Protobuf, multi-threading, network programming, and cross-platform development (Unix/Linux and Windows)
  • Knowledge of version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and debugging tools
  • Technical precision, problem-solving ability, and willingness to learn
  • A valid, unrestricted work permit for the European Union (no student visa) is mandatory

Become Part of the ARTS Group

Give your career a head start with ARTS in an international and innovative work environment. As a trusted, creative partner, consultant, and companion for HR services, turnkey industrial solutions, and innovative organizational concepts across diverse high-tech industries, ARTS understands the qualitative demands of the market and offers forward-looking services. The following position is to be filled as temporary employment.