Software Developer with interest in mapping software – defense-close technology environment
Workplace: Stockholm, Sverige
Expires: August 31, 2025
A global player in defense and security technology seeks a software developer to work with advanced mapping software within marine command systems, contributing to future defense technology. The role involves full software development lifecycle from platform solutions to user interfaces, using technologies like Java, C++, Python, and working with MapServer environments. The position is a full-time consultancy role focused on developing tactical decision support systems and real-time critical functions within Linux-based systems in an agile team environment.
Main requirements:
- Relevant post-secondary education or equivalent work experience
- Interest in maps, GIS or geographic information technology
- Experience with MapServer or other mapping software
- Experience working in sectors using geodata such as transport, energy or urban planning
- Ability to collaborate in technically proficient teams
- Curiosity and problem-solving mindset
- Willingness to learn new domains such as map data, geo-data formats, or defense-related standards
Responsibilities:
- Develop systems for sensors, simulators, and weapons applications using Java and C++
- Develop tactical decision support and operator interaction systems using Java, C++ and Python
- Handle map layers and customer-specific formats in MapServer environments
- Integrate time-critical functions in near real-time chains
- Work with Linux and operating system level functionalities using Python
- Participate in sprint and quarterly planning in agile teams
- Manage requirements, design, implementation and testing of software
Required hard skills:
- Java
- C++
- Python
- Experience with MapServer or other mapping software
- Linux and OS-level programming
- Knowledge of GIS and geographic information technology
Recommended hard skills:
- Experience working with geodata in industries such as transport, energy or urban planning
- Familiarity with defense-related standards
Soft skills:
- Curious
- Problem-solving skills
- Collaboration in technical teams
- Adaptability to learn new domains
Coding languages:
- Java
- C++
- Python
Frameworks:
- MapServer
Operating systems:
- Linux
Natural languages:
- English (Proficient)
- Swedish (Working knowledge)
Cultural skills:
- Knowledge sharing
- Innovative mindset
- Personal development orientation
- Team engagement
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