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

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- **Company:** NavVis (https://jobs.trythestack.co/companies/navvis)
- **Location:** Munich Hybrid (NavVis GmbH), Germany
- **Work arrangement:** On-site
- **Employment type:** Full-time
- **Experience level:** 2–5 years
- **Visa sponsorship:** Offered, according to the listing
- **Key skills:** C++, Python, CMake, Bazel, Git, Devcontainers, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, TeamCity, Linux, Docker, Bash, Infrastructure-as-Code, CI/CD, Build Systems
- **Posted by employer:** 2026-06-05
- **Added to The Stack:** 2026-06-06
- **Status:** May no longer be active (posted more than 60 days ago)
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/navvis/jobs/4885295101 (the employer's own application page)
- **Human page:** https://jobs.trythestack.co/jobs/software-engineer-build-systems-and-tooling-cpython-fmd-navvis

## 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.

## FAQ

- **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.

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