Physicist/Computer Scientist as C++ Software Developer (m/f/d)

About Us

At DFT, film is our passion and quality is our mission.

Leveraging state-of-the-art IT technologies, we make digitizationefficient and enable the highest standards of film preservation. As the globalmarket leader, we develop and manufacture cutting-edge film scanners and digitalsolutions in Darmstadt, Germany, serving film archives andpost-production facilities worldwide. Our customers include renowned institutions and companies such as the German Federal Film Archive, the Library of Congress, Warner Bros., NBCUniversal, and FotoKem, who trust in the quality, performance, and reliability of our products and services. With additional teams in Burbank, USA, and London, UK, we provide expert customer support to clients around the world.

Are you passionate about embedded systems, hardware-centric softwaredevelopment, innovative technology, and the world of film? Then we invite youto become part of our dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining software applications for controlling and operating DFT film scanners
• Enhancing software functionality to support customer-specific workflows and requirements
• Optimizing and refining the imaging pipeline, from image acquisition through processing to storage
• Designing and implementing tools for system configuration, testing and quality assurance
• Performing code reviews and contributing to high standards of software quality and maintainability
• Analyzing, troubleshooting and resolving issues in existing software applications

Your Qualifications

• Degreein physics, computer science, electrical engineering, or a comparablequalification
• Severalyears of experience in programming with C++
• In-depthknowledge of object-oriented programming and design patterns
• Analytical,goal-oriented, and creative approach to complex problems
• Optional:Experience in UI/UX design
• Optional:Knowledge of AI-supported image optimization and video analysis
• Good English skills (at least B2) in spoken andwritten language

What We Offer

Great Working Environment: We are a dynamic company with straightforward structures and an open, collaborative culture. We treat each other as equals and embrace an informal, first-name culture.
Room to Make an Impact: From day one, you will have the freedom to contribute your ideas and turn them into reality. You can actively shape innovative products, diverse projects, and technical solutions. Our dedicated and friendly team looks forward to your ideas.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working hours that allow you to organize your working day in a way that suits you.
• Professional Development: We value the individual professional development of our employees and support you in reaching your goals. At DFT, you can look forward to excellent long-term career prospects in a growing company.
• Additional Financial Benefits: In addition to an attractive salary, we offer company pension plans and other individual benefits.
• Mobility: We are easily accessible by public transportation. The Darmstadt-Arheilgen S-Bahn station (S3) is located just a short walk from our office, and free parking is available on site. In addition, you can lease a company bike through DFT's JobRad program and use it for both business and personal purposes.
• Culinary Perks & Extras: Enjoy a variety of subsidized meals in our cafeteria, complimentary coffee and beverages, fresh fruit, and access to a range of attractive corporate benefits.