Senior Software Developer, Project Lead – Embedded, Robotics

softgate

Senior Softwareentwickler leading customer projects in medical technology. Collaborating with an international team to develop high-quality software for life-saving devices.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeErlangen • 🇩🇪 GermanySeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in C++ programming and modern software architecture principles, with a strong focus on API design and CI/CD pipelines. Proven ability to lead project teams in the medical technology sector while effectively utilizing agile methodologies.

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C++ ProgrammingModern Software ArchitectureAgile MethodologiesProject ManagementGerman Language Skills (C1 Level)

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Hard Skills

C++ ProgrammingAPI DesignCI/CD PipelinesAgile MethodologiesScrumKanbanProject Management

Soft Skills

Independent Working StyleSelf-Motivated

Tools & Technologies

DevOps

Industry Keywords

Medical TechnologyArchitecture StandardsSecurity Best Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Technical lead for small and large customer projects
Serve as a role model in the team as a senior software developer
Responsibility for tasks and backlog items
Actively contribute to the further development of architecture standards (API design, CI/CD pipelines, security best practices)
Open to market developments in the software development domain

Requirements

What you’ll need

Several years of experience in software development, ideally in the medical technology sector
Proficiency in the C++ programming language
Knowledge of principles of modern software architecture
Experienced with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and related tools (DevOps)
Experience in project management and leading project teams
Very good German language skills (minimum C1 level)
Very good English language skills
Independent, self-motivated working style

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to have an impact and help shape things
Open company culture
Informal, first-name culture from day one
30 days of vacation per year
Corporate benefits
Targeted training and professional development
Flexible working hours & remote work
Ergonomic workstations
Unlimited free beverages
Team events
Employee profit-sharing
Underground parking for bike or car
Bike leasing option