Falk Defence | Germany | 04xxx Leipzig | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 02.08.2026 on stepstone.de
Senior Software Developer Flight Software, GCS, and Test Software (m/f/d)
Falk Defence develops state-of-the-art technologies for missiles, steering missiles and launch systems in the military environment. We combine innovative power, technical excellence and reliability and deliver mission-critical systems at the highest level of quality – thus making a direct contribution to Germany's and its allies' ability to defend. .
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
As a senior software developer, you write the code that flies. You develop safety-critical flight, soil and test software, connect military command systems and use modern AI-based workflows to deliver fast and in the highest quality. You develop software for missiles, launchers and floor systems You develop interfaces to military command systems You develop test stand and test software You develop control surfaces for test and demonstration purposes You ensure software quality, documentation and test coverage You build modern development tools and use AI-based workflows
That's what you bring: Complete study of computer science, electrical engineering or a comparable qualification Experience with safety-critical software Experience with military or flying systems Knowledge of modern software development and a structured way of working with high quality standards Very good knowledge of German (at least C1) and good knowledge of English Nationality of an EU or NATO Member State (except the USA) and readiness to review the security under SÜG desirable / of advantage: Knowledge of military interfaces and command systems Knowledge of relevant software standards Experience with embedded and real-time systems
The latest technology stack and AI-based workflows – your code goes directly into flying systems Working with state-of-the-art missile and start systems with real security policy importance Flat hierarchies, short decision paths and high self-responsibility from the first day The chance to shape a new European defence technology company from scratch A highly motivated, interdisciplinary team of experienced engineers Unlimited employment and flexible working time models
Location
 | Falk Defence | |
| Leipzig | ||
| Germany |
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