Rohde & Schwarz Cybersecurity GmbH

Software Engineer for Naval Spectrum Monitoring (m/f/d)

Estimated salary
€4,930 – €7,733per month

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Description

A software engineering role developing applications for naval spectrum-monitoring systems at Rohde & Schwarz. Working within a team and collaborating internationally with developers across labs, the engineer builds a seamless customer-facing application in C++ using object-oriented programming. The role emphasizes code quality through code reviews and testing, refactoring legacy code into innovative architectures, and producing documentation to support onboarding. Feedback and mentoring are a valued part of the work.

Requirements

  • Degree in a technical field
  • Several years of experience in software development, especially C++ and object-oriented programming
  • Familiarity with best practices and a sense for when a solution is good enough
  • Motivation to develop innovative architectures from legacy code
  • Excellent spoken and written English

Languages

English
C2 · Fluent
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Experience Level

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Benefits

Opportunities to work from home
Flexible working hour models
Attractive compensation
Training & continuing education
Parking spaces
Privately owned company
No dress code
30 days of vacation
Family services
Promoting innovation
Meal allowance
Long-term & attractive work environment
Special payments
Employee referral bonus
Support of cultural activities

💰 Net Salary Calculator

Tax class 1, no church tax
Gross Salary
€75,972/year
€6,331/month
Total Deductions
€30,090
40% effective rate
Net Salary (Take Home)
€3,823/mo
€45,882/year

Deduction Breakdown

🏛️ Income Tax€14,261
🏦 Pension Insurance€7,065
🏥 Health Insurance€6,103
🫶 Care Insurance€1,674
📋 Unemployment Insurance€987

🏠 Cost of Living in Kiel

Monthly Essentials

Rent (1BR)
€850
Groceries
€300
Transport
€60
Utilities
€220
Internet
€35

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Eating Out
€12
Gym/Month
€40
Coffee
€3
Beer (0.5L)
€4
Cinema
€11
Monthly Net Salary:€3,823
Comfortable Living:€1,534
Monthly Savings:€2,289 (60%)
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Strong savings potential: You could save €2,289 monthly, which is €27,468 per year.

💡 These estimates are based on average costs in Kiel. 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 €75,978 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.

Processing
4-12 weeks
Visa fee
€100
Requirements
University degree + Job offer

Also eligible: EU Blue Card (Shortage Occupation) (€41,042+)

Documents needed

Valid passport
Recognised university degree
Employment contract or binding job offer
Proof of salary meeting threshold
Health insurance coverage
Biometric passport photo
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📍 Life in Kiel

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Population
0.2M
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Quality of Life
7.0
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English Friendly
7.0
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Tech Scene
6.0
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International
6.0
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Public Transport
7.0
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Bikeability
8.0
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Air Quality
7.0
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Green Spaces
7.0
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Car Free
8.0
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About Kiel

  • •Diverse economy
  • •Growing opportunities
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Climate

  • •Temperate climate
  • •Moderate seasons
❄️Jan: 1°C☀️Jul: 18°C📅Avg: 10°C
☀️1500 sunshine hours/year
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Safety

  • •Generally safe
  • •Low crime rates
Overall:7.0
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Healthcare

  • •Good hospitals
  • •Adequate coverage
Quality: 7.0Access: 8.0
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Culture

  • •Cultural venues
  • •Local events
7.0
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Nightlife

  • •Bars and venues
6.0
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Recreation

  • •Parks
  • •Sports facilities
7.0
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Cost of Living

  • •Moderate costs
  • •Good value
🏠 Rent (1BR center):€850
⚡ Utilities:€220
🛒 Groceries:€300
🍽️ Dining out:€14

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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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Your situation in Germany

The default for anyone single, divorced or widowed.

Only changes the church tax rate — 8% in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, 9% everywhere else.

Childless employees over 23 pay a higher Pflegeversicherung (care insurance) rate.