Software Engineer - Build Systems and Tooling (C++/Python) (F/M/D) at NavVis

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About the role

Responsibilities:
- Design and build developer tooling to improve the inner-loop developer experience (build speed, test reliability, local environments).
- Improve and scale build systems for C++ and Python applications using modern tools (CMake, Bazel, etc.).
- Enhance CI/CD pipelines and release processes across GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, TeamCity, or similar.
- Create automation, scripts, and frameworks to streamline building, testing, and releasing software.
- Collaborate with engineering and infrastructure teams to identify pain points, establish best practices, and improve onboarding.
- Continuously evaluate new tools and drive initiatives that increase developer productivity and engineering quality.

Requirements:
- Bachelor’s/Master's in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
- 3+ years as a software engineer with focus on build systems, developer tooling, or internal platforms.
- Experience building and deploying C++ and Python applications.
- Familiarity with modern build systems and source control workflows (CMake, Bazel, Git, devcontainers).
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD systems and pipeline automation (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, TeamCity).
- Strong Linux command-line skills and container experience (Docker); scripting in Python or Bash for automation.
- Knowledge of Infrastructure-as-Code concepts and a proactive, collaboration-oriented mindset focused on developer productivity.

Responsibilities

Design and build developer tooling and improve local development workflows to remove friction in writing, testing, and iterating code. Enhance CI/CD systems and automation frameworks to increase developer velocity and engineering productivity.

Requirements

Requires a degree in computer science or equivalent experience with 3+ years of software engineering experience focusing on build systems or internal tooling. Proficiency in C++, Python, modern build systems, and containerization is essential.

Key skills

• C++ — in 133 other listings on The Stack
• Python — in 1200 other listings on The Stack
• CMake — in 4 other listings on The Stack
• Bazel — in 9 other listings on The Stack
• Git — in 217 other listings on The Stack
• Devcontainers — not in any other listing on The Stack
• GitHub Actions — in 95 other listings on The Stack
• GitLab CI — in 27 other listings on The Stack
• Jenkins
• TeamCity
• Linux
• Docker
• Bash
• Infrastructure-as-Code
• CI/CD
• Build Systems

On The Stack (as of 2026-11-05)

• NavVis has 19 other listings on The Stack, 17 of them marked as offering visa sponsorship.
• 166 visa-sponsored jobs in Germany on The Stack, posted in the last 60 days.
• 195 visa-sponsored software engineer jobs in Europe on The Stack, posted in the last 60 days.

Frequently asked questions about NavVis

Is this Software Engineer - Build Systems and Tooling (C++/Python) (F/M/D) role still open?

It was posted on 2026-06-05. Listings more than 30 days old may no longer be active, so check NavVis's site before applying.

Does NavVis offer visa sponsorship?

This listing is marked as offering visa sponsorship. Eligibility rules are set by the employer, so check the details on NavVis's site.

Where is this role located?

The listing gives the location as Munich Hybrid (NavVis GmbH), Germany. It is marked on-site.

What skills does this role ask for?

The listing names: C++, Python, CMake, Bazel, Git, Devcontainers, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, TeamCity, Linux, Docker, Bash, Infrastructure-as-Code, CI/CD, Build Systems.