Junior Software Engineer (React and C++ / Rust)
Critical Flytech · Coimbra, Portugal
About the role
Contribute to the design, implementation, and testing of aerospace software systems. Develop interactive simulation user interfaces using React and integrate them with C++ or Rust backend logic.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires a degree in Computer, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering with experience in React and C++/Rust. Candidates should be familiar with software development lifecycles and have an interest in safety-critical systems.
Benefits
Full description
Critical FlyTech is a new organisation created by Airbus and Critical Software to deliver the next generation of safety-critical software across aviation, defence, and space. We are growing our engineering capability and looking for talented engineers who want to work on high-impact, real-world aerospace challenges.
- Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Some experience (professional, academic projects, internships, or personal work) in:• React for building interactive user interfaces, particularly for simulations, visualisation tools, or engineering applications, and
- Software development using C++ and/or Rust.
- Familiarity with software development lifecycle concepts (e.g., V-cycle or similar methodologies).
- Basic knowledge of debugging tools, testing techniques, or simulators.
- Interest in real-time, simulation-driven, or safety-critical systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work in a collaborative, international team environment.
- Enthusiasm for writing clean, reliable code and learning industry best practices.
- Contribute to the design, implementation, and testing of software systems used in aerospace applications.
- Develop a platform for interactive simulation user interfaces using React, enabling visualisation, control, and analysis of system behaviour.
- Support simulation environments and tooling, integrating frontend interfaces with backend logic written in C++ or Rust.
- Assist with software integration across system components, including interaction with hardware or simulation platforms.
- Learn and apply aerospace standards such as DO-178C where relevant.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers across software, systems, and Airbus teams.
As a new joint venture backed by Airbus and Critical Software, Critical FlyTech combines high-standards engineering culture with a people-centred approach.
- Work that challenges you technically and helps you grow.
- A team that values collaboration, learning, and high-quality engineering.
- A culture where safety, excellence, and innovation guide everything we do.
- Competitive salary with performance-based recognition.
- Continuous training, mentoring, and career development.
- Modern offices designed to foster teamwork, creativity, and well-being.
Perks with purpose:
- Private Health Insurance – Your health and peace of mind matter.
- Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support for you and your household.
- Extra Holidays – Additional paid days as your tenure grows.
- Extra Parental Leave – Fully paid extended leave for both parents.
- Flex-Time – Work when it makes sense, aligned with your team and goals.
