Senior Software Engieer

Build the Software That Powers the Future of Food Processing …

Are you passionate about solving complex problems with smart software? At Marel, you’ll work on advanced process control systems that drive innovation in the global food industry. As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll be part of a dynamic team in Boxmeer (Netherlands) that designs, develops, and tests real-time industrial software – with direct impact on customers around the world.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you’ll be involved in the full development lifecycle of our Process Control platform, from requirements and architecture to testing and field deployment. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and see your work come to life on the production floor.

• Design, implement, test, and document software applications within our Process Control platform
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product owners, QA engineers, architects, and process experts
• Participate in functional specification phases and support field testing during deployment
• Integrate real-time data from sensors and systems to enable intelligent routing, tracking, and decision-making
• Communicate with our Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to ensure performance and reporting alignment
• Work in an Agile Scrum environment focused on collaboration, speed, and customer value

Who Are We?

We are Marel – a global leader in transforming the way food is processed. Our mission is to enable our customers to produce high-quality food safely, sustainably, and affordably. With our software-driven solutions, we help automate and optimize food production processes, from farm to fork.

What’s In It for You?

• A dynamic, international environment with cutting-edge technologies
• Opportunities to grow in a high-tech, mission-driven company
• Hybrid working and flexible hours to support your work-life balance
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Travel opportunities (approx. 10%) to see your solutions in action
• A chance to directly impact the future of sustainable food production

What Kind of Person Are You?

We’re looking for a skilled engineer who combines technical excellence with curiosity and creativity. You thrive in a team, take initiative, and want to make a difference.

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or similar
• Strong experience with modern tech stacks including .NET, C#, Angular, Docker, Linux, XML/JSON/HTML
• Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and testing practices
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and a hands-on, collaborative mindset
• Strong communication skills and fluent in English (additional languages a plus)
• Affinity with industrial automation or the food industry is a big advantage

If you're excited by smart software and complex systems — and want to help transform the food industry — we’d love to hear from you.

📧 Questions? Contact: Maarten Krepel – maarten.krepel@marel.com

Join us — and be the driving force behind smarter, leaner food production.