Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of defence and security, aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.
In Romania, we are advancing innovation through software engineering, research and development, delivering solutions in key markets in which Thales Group operates. Our engineers design, develop and integrate solutions that impact global industries – from fully operational systems and subsystems for naval warfare and maritime security operations, to air traffic management systems, satellite-based solutions, tactical indoor simulations, identity and biometric technologies and more.
Java Software EngineerThe Naval Engineering/Competence Center Romania (Bucharest) is looking for talented Java Software Engineers with passion for technology and the ambition to make a career in a high-tech environment.
ABOUT THE JOB
As a Java Software Engineer you work in multidisciplinary and self-managing Agile teams.
These teams develop and test in an iterative manner Combat Management systems, applications and subsystem interfaces.
Agile / Scrum teams are fully responsible for a variety of aspects such as requirements analysis, architecture, software implementation, testing, validation and regular product demonstrations.
ABOUT YOU
Do you have a passion for technology and do you like to work on high-tech Naval Command & Control systems? Then you are the person we are looking for.
You are a talented and experienced Software Engineer and like to contribute to the design, development and testing of complex software solutions.
You have a completed BSc or Master study in the direction of Computer Science or Computer Technology.
As a person you are creative, open and flexible and you can operate as a team player. In addition, you are result-oriented, show your initiative and communicate clearly.
A good understanding of the English language in word and writing is necessary for proper job fulfillment.
You are a talented software engineer with a passion for the design, development and testing of complex software:
• with a good background in software development with associated methods and tooling;
• who is capable of quickly familiarizing himself with new domains and techniques;
You have minimum 4 years of experience with:
• Java
• Linux
• Agile/Scrum
• Development environment tooling: SVN / GIT, Maven, Nexus, Jenkins
• Atlassian tooling: Jira & Confluence
• test Automation, Continuous integration
YOUR CAREER AT THALES
Joining Thales, you will integrate into a tight-knit team working in an international and friendly environment. Thanks to various teams working on multiple fields and domains, all located in Bucharest, you will be able to evolve and grow your competences in different areas.
- Room for and attention to personal development
- The opportunity to grow within the organization, for instance on a technical, managerial or international level, within the various markets Thales is working in
YOUR IMMEDIATE BENEFITS
24 holiday days a year
Benefit Online
A good work-life balance which includes flexible working hours
A comprehensive compensation and benefit package including medical coverage & life insurance
Hybrid Workplace
O'Reilly & Udemy Subscription
YOUR WORKING LOCATION IN ROMANIA (hybrid work)
Hosted in the new state-of-the-art Orhideea Towers, our Bucharest site is home to over 400 employees working across the various Thales businesses. A modern facility with views of the city, we are across the street from Grozavesti subway station and tram stop.
At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science or Computer Technology
- At least 4 years of software engineering experience
- At least 4 years of Java experience
- At least 4 years of Linux experience
- At least 4 years of Agile/Scrum experience
- At least 4 years of experience with SVN or Git, Maven, Nexus, and Jenkins
- At least 4 years of experience with Jira and Confluence
- At least 4 years of experience with test automation and continuous integration
- Good written and spoken English
- Teamwork, initiative, flexibility, creativity, and clear communication
Thales Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Thales and has not been reviewed or approved by Thales.
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Retirement Support — Retirement plans with employer contributions and matches, profit sharing, and share purchase opportunities are emphasized across multiple regions. These elements are positioned as competitive components of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO that increases with tenure, paid holidays, and paid military, maternity, and paternity leave are described. This breadth supports work–life balance across locations.
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Flexible Benefits — Hybrid work options, flexible schedules, and parental supports such as childcare benefits and leave for sick children are available in several markets. Flexibility is presented as a core part of the employee experience.
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What We Do
Thales is a global high technology leader investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – connectivity, big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust, which is vital to the development of our societies. The company provides solutions, services and products that help its customers – businesses, organisations and states – in the defence, aeronautics, space, transportation and digital identity and security markets to fulfil their critical missions, by placing humans at the heart of the decision-making process.
