Senior Software Engineer

Fender

Hamburg, Germany

On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward cross-platform C++ developers comfortable with architectural decision-making and mentoring, with a focus on music production tools and a need for bilingual fluency in German and English.

Best fit for

Candidates with cross-platform C++ experience and a background in music production or audio technology
— “Background in music production and audio technology, as well as knowledge of music production software and software instruments is a benefit”
Professionals who have led complex feature design and contributed to software architecture
— “lead the design and implementation of complex features, contribute to architectural decisions”

Things to consider

Strong emphasis on code quality and maintainability, which may require high attention to detail
— “Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in C++”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with Qt or JUCE in your technical stack section
— “Familiarity with a cross-platform software framework such as Qt or JUCE”
Showcase leadership in software architecture or process improvement initiatives
— “contribute to architectural decisions, mentor fellow developers, and help drive continuous improvement”
Demonstrate fluency in both German and English through technical documentation or collaboration examples
— “Fluent German and English language skills”
Emphasize your ability to work across firmware, desktop, and mobile platforms
— “Contribute to both firmware-level and desktop/mobile platform development”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

design, implement, and maintain core features in C++ across platforms
contribute to architectural decisions
mentor fellow developers
improve development workflows, tools, and practices

Typical background

degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar educationextensive professional experience designing, developing, and maintaining complex, production-grade software

Skills & requirements

Required

C++ ProgrammingCross-platform Application DevelopmentFirmware-level DevelopmentDesktop/mobile Platform DevelopmentClean CodeEfficient CodeMaintainable CodeCode ReviewsCollaborationContinuous ImprovementSoftware Development ToolsAnalytical SkillsProblem-solvingCommunicationTeamwork

Preferred

Music ProductionAudio TechnologyKnowledge Of Music Production Software And Software Instruments

Stack & domain

C++Cross-platform Software DevelopmentFirmware DevelopmentDesktop/mobile Platform DevelopmentCode ReviewsRequirements RefinementDevelopment WorkflowsTools And Practices ImprovementQtJUCEVisual StudioXcodeGitJiraConfluenceMusic ProductionAudio TechnologyMusic Production SoftwareSoftware InstrumentsCommunicationTeamworkIndependenceProblem-solvingAnalytical Skills

About the role

Original posting from Fender via Greenhouse

Senior Software Engineer
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is a world-famous brand with offices across the globe. Fender was born in Southern California and has built a worldwide influence beyond the studio and the stage. A Fender is more than an instrument; it’s a cultural symbol that resonates globally.
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our software team in Hamburg, where we build the technology that powers the next generation of music production tools.
In this role, you will own key components of our cross-platform applications, which integrate tightly with other Fender hardware and software products. You will lead the design and implementation of complex features, contribute to architectural decisions, mentor fellow developers, and help drive continuous improvement of our tools and processes.
Essential Functions:
Design, implement, and maintain core features in C++ across platforms
Contribute to both firmware-level and desktop/mobile platform development to deliver seamless user experience
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in C++ and participate in code reviews
Collaborate with team members to refine requirements for software development
Contribute to improving development workflows, tools, and practices
Qualifications:
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar education
Extensive professional experience designing, developing, and maintaining complex, production-grade software
Strong object-oriented C++ programming skills
Familiarity with a cross-platform software framework such as Qt or JUCE
Proficiency with software development tools (Visual Studio, XCode, Git, Jira / Confluence)
Fluent German and English language skills
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Background in music production and audio technology, as well as knowledge of music production software and software instruments is a benefit
About Fender Musical Instruments:
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is one of the world’s leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors, whose portfolio of brands includes Fender®, Squier®, PreSonus®, Gretsch®, Jackson®, EVH®, Charvel®, Bigsby®, and Groove Tubes®, among others. For more information, visit www.fender.com.

Source: Fender careers (Greenhouse)