Overview
Bricsys®, part of Octave, 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. Bricsys 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 Junior C++ Developer for our Manufacturing‑3D team. You will closely work with an international cross‑functional team of five engineers within the broader Octave BricsCAD Manufacturing R&D group. The team enhances tools for handling 3D assemblies and drives the growth of our sheet metal unfolding application. In this way, we provide real‑world manufacturers with a trusted and efficient path to complete and accurate production documentation from a 3D design. As such, your day‑to‑day work will directly contribute to the focus and strategy of Octave BricsCAD Mechanical.
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Responsibilities
· Design and develop software with special attention to coverage of key workflows, predictable behaviour, performance, and reliable outcomes.
· Work under moderate/limited supervision of more experienced developers.
· Actively participate in code reviews, ensuring technical quality and consistency.
· Work with more experienced team members to address complex problems, conduct root‑cause analysis, and understand user workflows.
· Contribute to the strategic growth of Octave BricsCAD Mechanical by aligning technical innovations with organisational goals.
You will have...
· Bachelor degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
· Experience with C++ (professionally or through relevant personal/student work).
· Basic knowledge of Object-Oriented Design.
· Willingness to dive into the code of a large software product and learn quickly.
· Ability to operate with basic mathematical concepts (e.g., geometry).
· 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
It would be good if you had...
· Experience with DWG file formats.
· Familiarity with (mechanical) CAD, 2D/3D sketching.
· Knowledge of C++11/14/17, Qt/QML (UI development), CMake, Git.
About you...
What we offer
· A full-time (or 4/5) position in Ghent, with flexible hours and remote work options.
· 32 days’ vacation.
· Competitive remuneration, including benefits like a pension fund, meal vouchers, and comprehensive insurance.
· Choice of development platform (Linux/MacOS/Windows), choice of tooling (Visual Studio, QtCreator, XCode), git as VCS, and a powerful company laptop for all your compilation needs.
· A no-nonsense work floor with a flat hierarchy and direct access to management.
· Autonomy in planning and designing your own work (guidance and collaboration possibilities are available).
· An international work environment.
· Encouragement to show initiative, learn, grow and develop your own ideas.
· Parties, pizza Fridays and other (optional) fun activities.
· Up to 12 ‘Learning Days’ and free access to a learning platform, offering access to thousands of top-rated courses, allowing our employees to improve their skills constantly.
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. Everyone is welcome—as an inclusive workplace, we do not 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 are valued here.