Location: Hengelo, Netherlands
About the team
The world of creating simulators in the defense industry is very much like building virtual worlds in computer games, but from the ground up and with may interesting technical challenges in relation to hardware choices, software solutions, sub-systems, performance, etc. The end goal is to allow Thales to test the systems and offer realistic virtual training worlds for the end-user within our TACTICOS product.
At Thales there are many teams that require simulators for their sub-systems. Within detailed virtual worlds they mirror the characteristics and behavior of radars, cannons, missiles and much more. Currently, the commonalities between these simulators, such as video streams and supporting frameworks, are coordinated and developed within our team. Later, when teams start using these frameworks, a wider coordination of ideas, processes, support, feature development, requirements and design is needed from our team.
These simulations are used to simulate and test our TACTICOS software. TACTICOS is a software product that runs on tactical displays on-board naval vessels such as full-size frigates and destroyers. It provides situational awareness to naval vessels during a wide range of mission packages, allowing them to interpret their surroundings (up to hundreds of kilometers away) and to respond as needed. These missions range from humanitarian assistance during earthquakes to combatting piracy and drug smuggling, military engagements and more. TACTICOS technology is used on board more than 160 ships operated by 25 navies worldwide. Learn more about TACTICOS here: www.thalesgroup.com/en/tacticos-combat-management-system.
About your future job
You would be our Java Developer and would work closely with your Product Owner, Software System Engineer, Scrum Master and other Developers. Together you contribute to a multidisciplinary and self-organizing Agile team. The role is very varied, it consists of, but is certainly not limited to:
de-risk and prototype unproven simulation technologies;
develop simulation frameworks to be used by other teams;
you are great at grasping complicated ideas;
has opportunity to work closely with large international customers, suppliers and governments to define and present our solutions, capture requirements, etc.
Thales offers careers, not just jobs. You will have the opportunity to develop towards Chief Product Owner in your area of expertise, System Engineer, or many other roles within Thales.
Why you'd be a good match
We are in search for a colleague who:
Is passionate about technology. Is creative, open, flexible and a real team-player.
Wants to contribute to a safe and secure society.
Has graduated at Bachelor or Master level in the area of software engineering, information/computer science or similar with an interest in complex systems, simulators, virtual reality or gaming engines.
Several years’ work experience.
Is capable of rapidly mastering new domains and techniques.
Is in possession of an EU nationality.
What's in it for you
A challenging job in a great team within our high-tech, innovative work environment. Includes the freedom for initiative and good ideas.
Room for personal and professional growth within our organisation, for example in regards to technical, commercial or international skills.
Valuable international collaboration with coworkers from 68 different countries around the globe.
A comfortable work space in a modern environment, with a focus on flexibility and the right work life balance.
You can usually work where and when you want to be able to do your work as well and efficiently as possible. Within Thales we implement hybrid working, where you can, for example, work from home two days a week if your role allows it.
A good salary, fitting travel allowance, and the ability to personalise your employment conditions: for instance, you can trade days off for internet costs, our bicycle plan, company fitness and relocation costs.
40 days off per year (PTO). Yes, really.
Interested?
Apply now! Click on the button below to upload your profile and show your interest.
To ensure that we are a good match, we can ask you to participate in an assessment.
Please contact the responsible Talent Acquisition Partner for any questions or further details on Ruben.Geurts@nl.thalesgroup.com or +31639294541.
Diversity Statement
We actively support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. That means that equal opportunities, inclusion and an informal culture are integral to our success. It also means that your well-being and happiness matter to us! That’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, remote working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times.
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. Some vacancies may require a security clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please refer to the General Intelligence and Security Service.
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