(Senior) Software Developer C/C++ (m/f/d)
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Requirements
- Completed degree in computer science or a comparable qualification
- Strong familiarity with agile software development in C/C++, promoting practices such as coding styles, clean architecture, design patterns and pairing
- Experience in agile software development, with Git and GitLab in your toolbox
- Fluent written and spoken German and English
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Strong savings potential: You could save €1,937 monthly, which is €23,244 per year.
💡 These estimates are based on average costs in Leipzig. Actual expenses vary based on lifestyle, neighborhood, and personal choices. "Comfortable living" includes rent, utilities, groceries, transport, and reasonable dining/entertainment.
Eligible for the EU Blue Card
A salary of €63,054 meets the EU Blue Card minimum of €45,300 (2026).
The EU Blue Card is a residence permit for highly qualified non-EU workers. It offers a fast track to permanent residency and allows family reunification.
Also eligible: EU Blue Card (Shortage Occupation) (€41,042+)
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📍 Life in Leipzig
About Leipzig
- •Rapidly growing tech and creative scene
- •Very affordable compared to western cities
Climate
- •Continental climate
- •Cold winters
- •Warm summers
Safety
- •Generally safe
- •Some areas less safe at night
Healthcare
- •University hospital
- •Good coverage
Culture
- •Gewandhaus Orchestra
- •Spinnerei art district
Nightlife
- •Thriving club and bar scene
- •Karl-Liebknecht-Straße
Recreation
- •Lake district nearby
- •Many parks and green spaces
Cost of Living
- •Very affordable for a major German city
- •Rapidly rising rents but still cheap
A wholly-owned subsidiary of the Rohde & Schwarz technology group, specializing in BSI-certified encryption, endpoint security, and network protection solutions. Operating under the 'IT Security Made in Germany' philosophy with a strict no-backdoor policy, the company develops government-grade cybersecurity products approved for VS-NfD, EU RESTRICTED, and NATO RESTRICTED classifications. With 500+ employees across Germany, France, and other European locations, it serves government agencies, defense organizations, critical infrastructure operators, and enterprises requiring sovereign, auditable security solutions.
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