Principal Software Developer - Building-Core (C++)

Job Description Apply now Principal Software Developer - Building-Core (C++) Job Location (Short): Ghent, Belgium Workplace Type: Hybrid Req Id: 2904 Overview Octave BricsCAD is a global technology company creating innovative Computer Aided Design software for worldwide markets. Our products enable the world’s 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, manufacturing (e.g., sheet metal), surveying and building (BIM) design. Octave BricsCAD 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 are seeking a highly skilled C++ developer for our Building-Core team. You will closely work with a team of 5 software engineers within the broader BricsCAD Industry Solutions R&D group. The team creates tools for architects, engineers, and contractors that are involved in the design-to-construction process of a building. This includes facilitating large scale data adjustments, optimizing team collaboration for users in the building construction space, and generating construction documentation from 3D BIM models. As such, your day-to-day work will directly contribute to the focus and strategy of BricsCAD BIM and BricsCAD Ultimate. #LI-MP #LI-Hybrid Responsibilities You act as the wingman to the team lead when it comes to software design and architecture. Mentor and guide developers in the international team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning. Actively participate in product-wide code reviews, ensuring technical quality and consistency. Address complex problems with innovative and future-proof solutions, balancing new feature development and optimization of existing functionalities. Shape and refine development processes, promoting efficiency, transparency, and collaboration. Foster an environment of clear, open, and respectful communication within the team. Contribute to the strategic growth of BricsCAD BIM by aligning technical innovations with organizational goals. Education / Qualifications Bachelor, Master, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years of professional experience, predominantly in C++ (minimum C++11). 2+ years within a team. Expertise in software design, architecture, and development of complex systems. Advanced knowledge of Object-Oriented Design. Ability and willingness to explore, refactor, and improve the code of a large software product. Ability to operate with basic mathematical concepts (e.g., geometry, linear algebra). Understanding of algorithmic concepts (e.g. complexity of algorithms). Ability to realistically plan your own work, work independently and reliably, coordinate your work with team members, and be open and honest in communication. Full professional fluency in English. Dutch is an advantage bot not required. Preferred skills Experience with DWG file formats, ODA libraries, or ACIS modeler. Familiarity with CAD, 2D/3D sketching, or BIM. Familiarity with IFC. Advanced knowledge of C++14/17, Qt/QML (UI development), CMake, Git. Knowledge of computational geometry. Knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience working in Scrum teams. What we offer A full-time position in Ghent, with flexible hours and remote work options. Competitive remuneration, including benefits like a pension fund, meal vouchers, and comprehensive insurance. Choice of development platform (Linux/MacOS/Windows), tools (Visual Studio, XCode, ...), and a powerful company laptop. A dynamic, fast-growing international environment with opportunities for innovation and growth. Autonomy in planning your work and the chance to make a meaningful impact on industry-leading software. A supportive, no-nonsense work culture, with regular team-building activities and celebrations. About Octave Octave provides mission-critical software that empowers organizations to make informed decisions across every stage of the asset lifecycle - Design, Build, Operate and Protect - where performance, safety, and reliability are non-negotiable and failure is not an option. Turning complex operational data into actionable intelligence, Octave connects expertise, real-world conditions and enterprise-scale insight to improve performance, resilience and incident response where it matters most. Octave has more than 7,000 employees in 45 countries. Learn more at octave.com and follow us on LinkedIn . Why work for Octave? All in. Always forward. That's the way we do things around here. We put trust in our people because we believe it's the best way to unleash potential, bring ideas to life, and keep moving ahead. And it's why we're committed to creating an environment that's truly supportive, providing you with the resources you need to support your ambitions, no matter who you are or where you are in the world. Everyone is welcome At Octave, we believe that diverse and inclusive teams are critical to the success of our people and our business. Here, everyone is welcome. As an inclusive workplace, we don't discriminate. In fact, we embrace differences and are fully committed to creating equal opportunities, an inclusive environment, and fairness for all. Respect is the cornerstone of how we operate, so speak up and be yourself. You're valued here. Recruitment Fraud Alert Octave posts all official job opportunities on either https://careers.octave.com/ or https://www.octave.com/about/careers and communicates only from email addresses ending in @octave.com. 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