Software Engineer, C++

About Qt

Want to hear a secret? Qt is everywhere. Our scalable and reliable software tools power billions of devices and applications worldwide, transforming complexity into clarity and enabling innovation at a scale. From smart devices to critical systems, our technology is behind the experiences people rely on every day. We're a global team driven by curiosity, collaboration, and a shared mission to build what matters. Qt is where software excellence begins—and where your next chapter starts.

About the Role

We are seeking a Software Engineer to expand our R&D team in Hamburg, Germany. Qt Company's engineers in Hamburg work on the Qt Quality Assurance tools offering. In this position, you will be working on our most famous product, ''Squish'', a program for automating tests on graphical user interfaces (GUIs) on a wide range of platforms.

What You'll Do

• Design and implement improvements to our product Squish
• Work on many different aspects of Squish, e.g., support for UI toolkits, script language bindings, client/server communication, etc.
• Participate in code reviews and experience-sharing sessions within your team and others
• Work on a variety of platforms and environments
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to continuously improve and expand the products
• Be in contact with our customers regarding bug reports and feature requests.

What You Bring to the Table

• Solid background in software engineering using agile methodologies and modern development environments
• Experience in C++ is a must
• Experience on the Windows or Linux platform is a must
• Experience working with UI toolkits (for example, the Qt framework, Java Swing/JavaFX, native Windows) is a plus
• Knowledge of scripting languages, preferably Python
• Advanced English communication skills, both verbal and written (English is our corporate language)

Are You Our Next Qtie?

We believe work should support your life, not the other way around. That's why our benefits are designed to be flexible, inclusive, and meaningful across every stage of your journey. From wellbeing and growth to celebrating life's big (and small) moments, we invest in what matters to you—wherever you are.

• Flexibility You Can Count On
  
  We offer hybrid working options and flexible hours, empowering you to balance your personal life and professional goals — because life outside of work matters, too.
• Meaningful Wellbeing Support
  
  From mental health resources to physical wellness programs, we offer practical, accessible support tailored to your local context.
• Opportunities to Grow
  
  Whether it's on-the-job learning, mentorship, or access to international projects, we invest in your development so you can take your career where you want it to go.
• Inclusive by Design
  
  You'll join a team that values diverse perspectives, fosters collaboration, and creates space for everyone to contribute and feel connected.
• Rewarding Your Impact
  
  Our compensation and benefits packages are competitive, regularly reviewed, and locally relevant—so your hard work is recognized, wherever you are.

Show Up as Yourself at Qt

At Qt, we appreciate the individual differences of our employees and aim to promote diversity through all our practices. We provide a workplace that generates equal opportunities regardless of gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, and any other factors. We have unique products, but our people make us exceptional. We strongly encourage people from all groups to apply - we welcome you as you are.

We would like to know more about you. Tell us about your skills, strengths, and knowledge, but even more importantly, about yourself.

About Qt

Qt Group (Nasdaq Helsinki: QTCOM) is a global software company, trusted by industry leaders and over 1.5 million developers worldwide to create applications and smart devices that users love. We help our customers to increase productivity through the entire product development lifecycle - from UI design and software development to quality management and deployment.

Our customers are in more than 70 different industries in over 180 countries. Qt Group is headquartered in Espoo, Finland, we have nearly 1000 Qties globally. To learn more, visit

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