Software Application Engineer

Are you passionate about software development, engineering applications, and solving complex technical challenges? Join us as a Software Application Engineer and play a key role in developing innovative software solutions that make a real impact across the marine industry.

As a Software Application Engineer – Control Systems, you are responsible for developing new or adapting existing software for our control system contracts and development projects.

What you will be doing

The main task is the development and adaptation of control and automation application software for marine control systems. The software development is mainly done with function block programming in AutoCAD. Knowledge of C, Java and MATLAB Simulink is advantageous.

In this role you will work in close collaboration with project managers, application engineers, suppliers and our customers. Your main task will be to customize software according to individual customer requirements. In this role you will also provide technical support to our sales and service organization when necessary.

No matter if you're just starting out or have a few years of experience, we're here to help you grow. We are all about hands-on challenges and support to help you become the best Software Application Engineer you can be, right from the start of your career. We're all about fostering a creative, collaborative vibe where everyone can bring their ideas to the table.

We think you should have

To succeed in this position, you have a degree in engineering in the field of automation, electronics, data science, control theory or similar, and ideally previous experience in development and software design for automation systems. General experience of electrical design and marine operations is an advantage. Additional knowledge/experience in: AutoCad, C, Java, MATLAB Simulink and Linux is also advantageous. Due to the nature of our international customer and supplier base, a high level of both spoken and written English is necessary. Communication skills in other languages are advantageous.

At Kongsberg Maritime, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement. Your unique perspective is valuable to us. Your skills, attitude and perspective could be exactly what we are looking for!

We review applications on an ongoing basis and may conduct interviews before the closing date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Candidates progressing in the process may be invited to complete personality and aptitude assessments.

Kongsberg Maritime works with customers across both commercial and naval markets. As this role is subject to export control regulations, citizenship-related questions will be included in the recruitment process. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment screening in accordance with company security standards.

Why join us

• We offer flexible working hours and the option to work remote or from home office.
• Start your career through development programs and mentorship from industry leaders.
• Work on exciting projects that are shaping the future of the maritime industry.

Kongsberg Maritime is a global leader in maritime technology. We deliver advanced solutions to the merchant fleet, offshore, fishing, and naval vessels, setting new standards for safe, efficient, and sustainable operations - both for new builds and existing fleets. In close collaboration with customers and research environments, we develop technology that solves real challenges at sea. Today, more than 30,000 vessels operate with our systems on board. Kongsberg Maritime has more than 8,300 employees in 35 countries.

Our Propulsion and Handling division delivers world class products for propulsion, handling systems and waterjet for all marine industry sectors including merchant, offshore and naval. Our products enhance operational efficiency and deliver safe, secure, reliable and sustainable products to our valued customers.

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