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# Application Software Engineer

- **Company:** Xsens
- **Location:** ENSCHEDE, Netherlands (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Programming Tools, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Qt (Software), Data Processing, Solid Principles, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/junior-application-software-engineer-xsens-10662764

## About the Role

We are looking for an engineer who combined strong technical skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset. You bring:

 * C++ programming skills or a willingness to learn (Python is a plus)
 * Solid understanding of object-oriented design and software design principles
 * Affinity with GUI frameworks (preferably Qt)
 * A bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related field
 * Strong communication skills in English (Dutch is a plus)

What we value in this role

 * You want to keep learning and growing as a software engineer

 * You are curious and seek to understand the user and system context
 * You think in terms of solutions and outcomes, not just tasks
 * You proactively contribute ideas and are not afraid to give your opinion
 * You shine in hands-on problem solving when working directly with your team and clients

## Description

As an Application Software Engineer, you contribute to the development of applications that capture, process, and visualize motion data.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team and report to the Manager Software Engineering. You work closely with other engineers and production operators. We will provide a mentor to make sure you can get the most out of your role.

Within the team, you are responsible for developing high-quality software and contributing to technical solutions that deliver real value to customers. We actively leverage modern development tools, including generative AI, to accelerate development, improve code quality, and streamline engineering workflows. You are expected to be comfortable adopting these tools and exploring how they can enhance productivity and engineering outcomes., * Design, develop, and maintain application software in C++

 * Translate product requirements into effective technical solutions together with the team
 * Deliver high-quality, maintainable, and well-tested code
 * Contribute to system behavior across UI, data processing, and application workflows
 * Ensure reliability through unit testing, functional testing, and thoughtful design
 * Collaborate closely with Lead Engineers, Embedded Software, Hardware, and QA teams
 * Identify improvements in existing systems, performance, and developer workflows
 * Take ownership of your work and deliver reliably within agreed scope and timelines