Java Software Developer - Craftsmanship

Within Engineering Operations, Craftsmanship supports engineers in other disciplines with processes and best practices. The team helps onboard new projects and supports build pipelines, model repositories and test automation to accelerate quality delivery.

As a JAVA Software Developer, you are involved in the development of test automation software, which is vital during the development cycle of products such as Sensors, Combat Management Systems, and Fire Control Systems. This test automation framework helps software engineers automate their behavior-driven tests, from the initial development of software modules to the qualification of the product for system integration.

Alongside the DevOps teams, your team is responsible for reliable test automation software, ensuring that all processes of the release and test strategy are aligned across multiple teams and product segments. In addition, you support other teams with test automation implementations.

Key tasks include:

• Development of new functionalities in the software test framework
• Being a first line of contact for critical support
• Maintaining relationships with stakeholders
• Resolving issues in the test framework
• Supporting the implementation of the test framework across different Software Engineering disciplines

About you:

If you have a passion for technology and would like to contribute to fast and reliable delivery to customers, you might be the person they are looking for. They are looking for someone with a completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.

As a Java software developer, you have experience with:

• Software development in complex environments (minimum 5 years)
• Strong Java development skillset
• Agile/Scrum development methods
• BDD, preferably Cucumber and Selenium
• Experience with building in containers as a plus (Docker, Podman)
• Testing knowledge
• Analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in English and, as a plus, Dutch, both spoken and written
• Solution-oriented mindset and proactive initiative
• Defense industry affinity
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders

As a person, you are creative, open, and flexible, capable of operating as a team player. Additionally, you are results-oriented and proactive. You will work in a small team where a proactive mindset is key to success.

What’s in it for you:

• Become part of a great team in a high-tech, innovative international organization
• International opportunities for growth in tech-, management- and commercial roles
• Attention for personal development and own initiative
• A nice workplace in a modern building, where a good work-life balance and flexibility are valued
• 40 leave days per year, travel expenses and a flexible benefits à la carte package with options like purchase/sale of leave hours, internet costs, bicycle plan, company fitness, trade union contribution or relocation costs

Security Requirements

In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in The Netherlands and employment and/or education history. This vacancy requires a security clearance, which may require further evidence to be provided.

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