Senior Compiler Expert (m/f/d)

Your mission

As a Senior Compiler Expert, you will be pivotal in advancing the reliability and safety of software used in critical systems, including automotive control units. Your role involves the high-level testing and qualification of compilers and libraries to adhere to industry standards like ISO 26262, crucial for these high-stakes applications.
You will lead the design and implementation of rigorous tests for various C++ compilers, executing these tests on relevant hardware platforms to ensure they meet stringent safety and performance standards. By analyzing code coverage metrics, you will identify and address areas for improvement, ensuring thorough validation of compiler functionality.
Your responsibilities will also include adapting and instrumenting software libraries for compatibility with specific compilers, conducting detailed performance tests, and ensuring seamless integration. Your contributions will be instrumental in enhancing the safety and reliability of critical software systems, impacting real-world applications such as automotive control units. This senior role provides an opportunity to drive technological advancements and make a significant impact in the field of safety-critical software development.

Your profile

• Completed degree (B.Sc., M.Sc. or Phd.) in computer science, electrical engineering or a comparable field of study.
• At least 5 years of proven experience in a relevant field is required.
• Strong proficiency in C or C++.
• Practical experience with various C/C++ compilers and compiler flags.
• Hands-on experience with various C and C++ compilers.
• Understanding of compiler flag impact.
• Debugging assembly code for at least one processor or microcontroller architecture.
• Experience in library instrumentation.
• Experience with additional programming languages (e.g., Python).
• Experience in testing software and embedded systems.
• ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (desirable).
• Independent, methodical, and creative approach to work.
• Strong analytical and abstract thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team spirit.
• Fluency in German or English.

We offer

• Competitive salary.
• Meaningful, practical work with a clear impact.
• Flat hierarchies and quick decision-making processes.
• Supportive and friendly work environment.
• Engaging company and team events.
• Comfortable, modern and spacious office environment.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options for work-life balance.
• Prime central location in Munich, just minutes from the Hackerbrücke S-Bahn station.

Application Process

Our application process includes reviewing your CV and cover letter, followed by an initial interview. Selected candidates will then undertake a detailed programming task and participate in a comprehensive technical interview. There may also be additional steps such as a case study or leadership interview to assess fit and expertise.
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About us

At Validas AG, we're not just a consulting company, we're pioneers in quality assurance for software-intensive embedded systems. As a rapidly growing team, we're driven by our passion for cutting-edge technology and our commitment to excellence.
We thrive on tackling the challenges of functional safety and are dedicated to helping our clients achieve the highest standards for critical software used in cars, airplanes, and other advanced systems. By qualifying tools and libraries, we ensure that the technology driving these essential systems is reliable and safe.
Joining us means becoming part of a dynamic team where your contributions directly impact the future of technology. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to work with the latest advancements, influence key projects, and grow alongside a group of talented professionals committed to making a difference. If you're eager to be at the forefront of innovation and play a crucial role in shaping the safety and quality of tomorrow’s technology, Validas AG is the place for you.