Tomra

Recycling and waste management

SoftwareDeveloper-C++

Mülheim-Kärlich, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Software Developer - C++ at Tomra. Skills: C++, Embedded systems, AI, Machine learning. Develop C++ software. Optimize C++ software”

What You'll Achieve.

Contribute to the next generation of intelligent sorting machines; Direct impact on machine performance

Industry & Context.

Recycling and waste management
Problems you'll solve

Analytical and problem-solving skills

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

C++ development skills, Experience in software development for industrial, embedded or machine-related environments, Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical topics, analytical and problem-solving skills, Interest in industrial systems, machinery and hands-on engineering work, Good communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments, Fluent English skills

Nice to Have

Experience with embedded or real-time systems, Exposure to AI, machine learning or deep-learning applications, Knowledge of image processing or machine vision, Experience with multithreading, Understanding of hardware-software interfaces, Basic frontend skills with TypeScript, HTML and CSS, Python knowledge, German language skills

What You'll Do.

Optimize C++ software

Build inference pipelines

Improve inference pipelines

Implement new software modules

Implement new features

Implement machine logic

Analyze software issues

Troubleshoot software issues

Resolve software issues

Support AI integration

Support deep-learning integration

Contribute to improvements

Prepare technical documentation

Support troubleshooting activities

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate closely with electrical engineering; Collaborate closely with mechanical engineering; Collaborate closely with production; Collaborate closely with service teams; Collaborate across departments

Communication Scope

Good communication skills; Fluent English skills

Full Job Description

Imagine a place where your contributions lead to real impact. Welcome to TOMRA, where innovation and sustainability are at the core of our mission. From all corners of the world, we transform how we obtain, use, and reuse the planet’s resources. With innovation at our core, we develop and manufacture sensor-based sorting technologies for the global recycling and waste management industry. Our success is reflected in more than 9,000 sorting units installed and a presence in over 100 countries - making TOMRA Recycling a trusted partner for customers around the globe. At TOMRA, we encourage a culture of purpose, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our teams are empowered to make a real impact - driven by passion, guided by responsibility, and inspired by innovation we make a shared commitment to sustainability. We believe that diverse perspectives fuel creativity, and we actively cultivate an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and heard. We are now looking for a Software Developer (C++) to join our Software Team in Mülheim-Kärlich and contribute to the next generation of intelligent sorting machines. The role combines modern C++ software development, AI-supported technologies and hands-on work directly on industrial machines. Your Responsibilities * Develop and optimize C++ software for TOMRA’s sensor-based sorting machines * Build and improve inference pipelines for embedded and edge devices * Implement new software modules, features and machine logic * Analyze, troubleshoot and resolve software issues * Test and validate software directly on machines under real operating conditions * Support the integration of AI and deep-learning models into productive machine environments * Collaborate closely with electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, production and service teams * Contribute to continuous improvements in software quality, performance and efficiency * Prepare technical documentation and support troubleshooting activities ## Qualificat

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