Platform Software Engineer for Naval Business

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of defence and security, aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we're driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

In Romania, we are advancing innovation through software engineering, research and development, delivering solutions in key markets in which Thales Group operates. Our engineers design, develop and integrate solutions that impact global industries – from fully operational systems and subsystems for naval warfare and maritime security operations, to air traffic management systems, satellite-based solutions, tactical indoor simulations, identity and biometric technologies and more.

About the project

Within the Engineering cluster, the Naval business unit is collaborating within the Thales group on the development of combat and information management systems for navy ships, integration with sensor- and weapon systems as well as the development of sensor processing applications. These complex systems contain advanced solutions for information processing, information management and the user interaction with both sensor- and weapon systems. Our product, called TACTICOS, offers essential support for missions varying from anti-piracy to ballistic missile defense.

About the job

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our team and help us develop and maintain various software products/functionalities in the area of Combat Management and Sensors Systems.

• You will be part of a multidisciplinary and self-managing Agile team located in our premises in Bucharest;
• Our Naval teams develop and test applications, features and/or components the software platform for the Tacticos combat management system, the radar systems and the sensor systems;
• Cybersecurity is an integral part of the whole process;
• Thales highly values the application of modern technologies and methodologies;

About you

Do you have a passion for technology, do you enjoy constantly developing your skills and are you interested in working on Naval Command & Control systems? Then you are the person we are looking for.

• You are a talented Software Engineer, with minimum 4 years of relevant experience on Linux/Unix platforms, using C/C++ and Python
• You have worked on automating deployments of mid/large applications or systems using Ansible or other automation tools
• You have the ability to collaborate on projects and work independently when required
• With every design decision you take, security is the first thing you consider.
• Relevant technologies that you will use in your activities include: Linux, Jenkins, Bitbucket/Git, Podman/Docker

Nice to have:

• Experience with network and system engineering, preferably in an enterprise environment
• Knowledge on continuous delivery pipelines and orchestration of components across multiple systems
• Certified or recognized qualifications in related fields such as Linux System Administration or Network Engineering is highly desirable
• Knowledge on Kubernetes
• Experience with development using Javascript/Typescript
• System Thinking

Your careeer at Thales

Future opportunities will allow you to discover other domains or sites. You will be able to evolve and grow your competences in different areas:

• Room and attention to personal development.

• Build your talents in another domain of Thales Group, discovering new products, new customers, new country or go to a more complex Solutiom

• Choose between a technical expertise or a leadership path.

• Build an international career within a leading Engineering Group.

• Work for different Thales domains & entities.

Your immediate benefits

• 24 holiday days a year

• Benefit Online

• A good work-life balance which includes flexible working hours

• A comprehensive compensation and benefit package including medical coverage & life insurance

• Hybrid Workplace

• GoFluent & Udemy Subscription

• Engineering, Technology & Management Academies

At Thales, we're committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you'll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.