Software Engineer

Job Title: Software Engineer

Industry: Pharmaceuticals / Life Sciences

Job Type: Contract

Location: Eindhoven, Netherlands

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: 31/12/2025

Duration: Until end of December 2025

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the Netherlands

Language Requirements: Fluent English (spoken and written)

Job Description:

Our client, a global innovation leader in health technology and high-end consumer electronics, is seeking a Software Engineer to support critical development efforts in their embedded systems division. This contract role is based in Eindhoven, Netherlands, and is set to run until 31st December 2025, with an immediate start.

In this role, you’ll be challenged to produce high-quality, tested, and documented software, contributing to both the design and architecture phases of embedded product development. You will work in an international, cross-functional setting that values technical depth and a proactive mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop source code in C++, adhering to internal coding standards
• Estimate development effort and analyze run-time resource requirements
• Participate in reviews and technical walkthroughs
• Design and execute unit/component test cases
• Document architecture and component-level design of embedded products
• Identify and implement process improvements in the software lifecycle
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and international suppliers (Asia/Eastern Europe)
• Operate in agile/SAFe environments with a strong emphasis on quality and compliance

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience (with Bachelor's) or entry-level with Master’s
• Solid experience in embedded software development using C/C++
• Hands-on knowledge of Git/GitHub and agile methodologies (e.g. SAFe)
• Strong background in software architecture, testing, and quality assurance
• Excellent communication skills, able to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural environments
• Self-starter with a proactive attitude and strong quality mindset

If you’re ready to bring your embedded development skills to a meaningful project within a high-tech and health-focused environment, don’t hesitate to apply.

You can reach me directly at +31202044502 for more details or a quick chat.