Requirements: English
Company: Bricsys, part of Hexagon
Region: Ghent , Flanders
Bricsys, part of Hexagon, is a global technology company creating innovative Computer Aided Design software for worldwide markets. Our products enable the worlds most innovative companies to streamline complex design workflows every day. Our people are active in 80 countries, and our software is available in fifteen languages. We offer innovative solutions for 2D drafting, 3D direct modeling, sheet metal design, and Building Information Modeling (BIM). Bricsys powers an ecosystem of over 1,200 market-specific applications through our developer program. Our focus is to deliver reliable software with friendly licensing, and industry-leading direct support - all at a fair price.
We seek an innovative and driven Software Lead for our Core Team.
You will lead a team focused on ensuring our BricsCAD platform is considered a leading industry standard in 2D drafting and 3D modeling. As a proud member of the Hexagon AB family, we''re on a mission to transform the design industry with our robust and visionary software solutions.
In this role, you will take on the following responsibilities:
- Leadership & Mentorship: Inspire and guide a team of talented developers, nurturing a culture of excellence and accountability.
- Architectural Oversight: Spearhead software design and architecture with a keen focus on enhancing 2D/3D CAD capabilities.
- External Partner Engagement: Interface with external partners, such as the Open Design Alliance (ODA), to address and resolve technical issues, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration.
- Planning & Delivery: Assist the Product Owner in developing sound planning strategies and ensure that the team''s deliverables are met according to schedule.
- Technical Debt Management: Proactively plan for and address technical debt, ensuring it is systematically resolved to maintain software quality.
- Quality Assurance: Lead and engage in comprehensive product-wide code reviews to uphold the highest standards.
Your profile
- Educational Background: Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Professional Experience: 5+ years in software development, primarily in C++ (minimum C++11).
- Technical Expertise: Proficient in software design, architecture, and complex system development.
- Leadership Experience: 2+ years in leadership roles with a proven track record of managing (direct reports) and mentoring teams.
- Mathematical Proficiency: Solid foundation in geometry, linear algebra, and numerical methods.
- Language Skills: Full professional fluency in English.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with DWG file formats, ACIS modeler, or ODA libraries.
- Advanced knowledge of C++14/17, boost, Qt (QML), Object-Oriented Design, and parallel computing.
- Strong grasp of Agile methodologies with proven experience in Scrum teams.
Our offer
- A full-time, regular employment contract.
- Flexible working hours, 32 days vacation and the possibility to work from home up to two days/week.
- Competitive remuneration with many additional benefits (pension plan, meal vouchers, expense allowance, hospitalization & car insurance to name a few).
- Choice of development platform (Linux/MacOS/Windows), tools (Visual Studio, QtCreator, XCode), and a powerful company laptop.
- A no-nonsense work floor with a flat hierarchy and direct access to management.
- Autonomy in planning and designing your own work (guidance and collaboration possibilities are available).
- An international work environment.
- Encouragement to show initiative, learn, grow and develop your own ideas.
- Parties, pizza Fridays and other (optional) fun activities.
- Up to 12 Learning Days and free access to complete Udemy catalogue, a learning platform offering access to thousands of top-rated courses, allowing our employees to improve their skills constantly.
Interested? We look forward to hearing from you!
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3 weeks of application. All inquiries and applications will be treated with the utmost discretion.
NOTE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: We do NOT accept unsolicited headhunter or agency resumes/CVS. Headhunters and recruitment agencies may NOT submit resumes/CVs through LinkedIn (or any other online platform) or directly to HR, managers and staff members. Bricsys is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs or applications and explicitly reserve its right to contact candidates presented in such unsolicited CV or application.