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Software Engineer II, Applications

Summary

Develops cross-platform music creation apps, plugins, and virtual instruments using C++ and frameworks like Qt or JUCE.

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is a world-famous brand with offices across the globe. Fender was born in Southern California and has built a worldwide influence beyond the studio and the stage. A Fender is more than an instrument; it’s a cultural symbol that resonates globally.

Key Purpose of the Job: As part of our growing software development team, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Software Engineer II, Applications. The Software Engineer works on a wide and diverse range of projects including desktop and mobile music creation and host applications, plug-ins and virtual instruments. Familiarity with music technology hard and software will ensure that the Software Developer understands the technical requirements and challenges of our products and solutions.

Essential Functions:

  • Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering or similar education
  • Several years of working experience in application software development
  • Commitment to writing clean, maintainable code within an established architecture, following defined coding standards
  • Excellent object-oriented C++ programming skills
  • Experience developing with a cross-platform software framework
  • Experience implementing connections to remote server and cloud APIs
  • Proficiency with software development tools (Visual Studio, Xcode, Git, CMake, Jira / Confluence)
  • Fluent German and English language skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work alone and as part of a team
  • Excellent time, task and resource organisation skills
  • Willing to take responsibility and be the driving force of a project

Desirable Qualities:

  • Familiarity with a cross-platform software framework such as Qt or JUCE
  • Knowledge of digital audio workstation (DAW) software
  • Knowledge of VST/AU plug-in technologies
  • Background in music or music production/audio technology

About Fender Musical Instruments:

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is one of the world’s leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors, whose portfolio of brands includes Fender®, Squier®, PreSonus®, Gretsch®, Jackson®, EVH®, Charvel®, Bigsby®, and Groove Tubes®, among others. For more information, visit .

What this application asks

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First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Location

  • LinkedIn Profile optional
  • Website optional
  • Are you a current Fender employee? choose one
  • Are you legally authorized to work in the country you are applying? choose one
  • Will you now or in the future require immigration sponsorship for employment visa status? choose one
  • We operate a hybrid working model, are you able to work from the Hamburg office 2-3 times a week? choose one
  • Please indicate what package you are seeking? (EURO - numerical entry please)
  • What is your notice period?
  • How did you hear about us? choose one
  • If Referral or Other please specify: optional
  • Do you play a musical instrument? If yes, what instrument do you play?
  • PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS CAREFULLY: The information I've provided on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge and subject to verification. Any misrepresentation or deliberate omission of fact in my application will be justification for refusal to employ me or for termination of my employment by Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. If employed, I shall sign the non-compete/confidentiality agreement, if applicable, in which I will agree to protect Fender Musical Instruments Corporation's confidential information. If employed, I understand that Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is an "at will" employer, in that employment is terminable at the will of the company or me at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason, or no reason. I understand that, if employed, I must at all times comply with Fender Musical Instruments Corporation's standards of work performance and business conduct. Failure to do so can result in my release without notice or severance pay. I authorize Fender Musical Instruments Corporation to obtain information about me from my previous employers and schools. choose one

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