Java Software Engineer (Mission-Critical Defence Systems)
Huxley Associates
Hengelo, Netherlands
9 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English, Dutch Experience level
SeniorJob location
Hengelo, Netherlands
Tech stack
Java
Software Engineering
Systems Architecture
Backend
Job description
- Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java software in a complex technical environment
- Contribute to system architecture and technical design discussions
- Ensure security, safety, and reliability are embedded in the codebase
- Work closely with other agile teams within the same domain
- Actively contribute to improving development and testing practices
Requirements
We're seeking Java experts who have worked on high-complexity, mission-critical systems and enjoy solving complex technical challenges.
The role is 100% backend, but not rigid - engineers work in a fluid setup with room to move across problem domains, influence architecture, and continuously improve how systems are built and operated.
Required:
- 5+ years of software development experience in complex or mission-critical systems
- Dutch Citizenship (required)
Benefits & conditions
Our client will offer a competitive salary based on your experience. You will also receive a bonus and 40 days of leave per year.
About the company
Our client is a global leader in defence, aerospace, cybersecurity, and digital technologies.
They develop advanced software systems used in highly regulated, real-world operational contexts. Innovation, reliability, and precision are central to everything they build, and demand for their solutions continues to grow rapidly.