Exail is the leading industrial player in high-tech solutions for the civil and defence sectors
The Belgian division – Exail Robotics Belgium – develops underwater drones that detect, identify, and destroy mines. Thanks to our innovative concept, which our clients such as the Belgian and Dutch navies will use, we can significantly reduce the risks involved in defusing mines. These technologies are safer and faster than traditional manners.
Would you like to help in making our seas safer? Join our crew and apply for one of our vacancies!
As a Software Engineer – Platform & Tooling, you will work closely with local development teams to improve how software is built, tested, and deployed for robotics applications. You will take ownership of the development ecosystem—designing, maintaining, and evolving CI/CD pipelines, development environments, and shared tooling.
Your focus will be on ensuring these systems are reliable, scalable, and easy to use, while promoting consistency across teams. You will also identify gaps in current workflows and implement practical improvements that reduce friction and enhance developer productivity.
Your Responsibilities
You will help shape the future of software development within the embedded software department in Belgium. In close collaboration with the technical lead, you will build, extend, and standardize development and testing workflows. You will act as a key reference for internal tooling and infrastructure, while coordinating local initiatives with our parent company in France.
Drive the evolution of the internal development platform, including migrations to newer C++ standards and architectures
Develop and maintain internal build tooling, testing infrastructure, and shared libraries
Design, implement, and improve development, testing, and deployment environments
Optimize developer workflows and reduce bottlenecks across teams
Ensure reliability, reproducibility, and consistency in build and deployment processes
Collaborate with teams in Belgium and France to align tools, practices, and standards
Your Skills
Strong C++ development experience, with knowledge of modern standards (C++11–C++20) and build systems
Experience with Python 3 for automation and tooling (scripting, packaging, CI integration)
Familiarity with build tools such as CMake and package managers like Conan
Hands-on experience with CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins) and development environments
Solid understanding of software testing principles and best practices
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
Proficiency in Linux environments, including shell scripting
Experience with virtualization, Docker, and/or Buildroot is a plus
Your Profile
Degree in software engineering or equivalent through experience
Broad technical skillset with a proactive and hands-on mindset
Pragmatic problem-solver with a passion for building and improving systems
“Jack-of-all-trades” in software engineering, or a highly motivated learner with wide-ranging interests
Strong interest in automation, tooling, and developer experience
Comfortable engaging with developers to understand their challenges and translate them into practical solutions
Team player who supports others while also working independently when needed
Fluent in English; able to follow technical discussions in French. Knowledge of Dutch is a plus
Based in or willing to work in Mouscron, with occasional travel to our production site in Ostend
What We Offer
Competitive salary package
Electric company car with charging card
Group insurance
Hospitalization insurance, including outpatient medical and dental coverage
Meal vouchers
Mobile phone subscription
12 additional leave days (RTT) for full-time employment
Up to 40 remote working days per year
A calm, clean, and modern working environment
Training and career development opportunities
A stable employer with a long-term vision
Apply Now
Apply today and join our team as a Software Engineer – Platform & Tooling Together, we ensure our underwater technologies are efficient, reliable, and mission-ready for demanding maritime applications.
Exail is a leading high-tech industrial company specializing in cutting-edge robotics, maritime, navigation, aerospace and photonics technologies. With a strong entrepreneurial culture, Exail delivers unrivaled performance, reliability and safety to its civil and defense clients operating in severe environments. From the deep sea to outer space, Exail expands their capabilities with a full range of robust in-house manufactured components, products and systems. Employing a workforce of 1500 people worldwide, the company benefits from a global footprint and conducts its business in over 80 countries.
Exail was formed by ECA Group and iXblue joining forces in 2022. It is a subsidiary of Exail Technologies, a family-owned company specialized in high-technology.
