Expert Software Engineer Location: Kortrijk, BE What we expect from this role The Principal Engineer leads the strategic design, development, and implementation of highly complex and innovative engineering projects. This role requires an exceptional understanding of engineering principles and the ability to provide visionary leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers. The Principal Engineer works independently and collaboratively with senior management to ensure the successful completion of projects, driving innovation and excellence across the organization. What you will work on You will work on Barco CTRL, an innovative, scalable software platform for Control Rooms that simplifies workflows, deployment, and serviceability. Designed to uphold the highest levels of cybersecurity, Barco CTRL allows users to securely connect to their sources, from any location, and interact with the content on any video wall or operator desk.Your focus will be on the low-level layer that powers visualization on dedicated embedded devices. Building on your experience with Linux-based systems, networking, and performance optimization, you will ensure seamless integration between hardware and software, delivering secure and reliable solutions for global customers.Additionally, you will contribute to refactoring and maintaining shared components across the Barco CTRL stack, reducing technical debt and improving long-term maintainability. Our product is heavily data driven and has a considerable dependency on telemetry. You will use this available telemetry in debugging and analyzing issues and bugs. You will actively contribute to this telemetry framework across the stack to enable and enhance your fellow engineers Lead Accountabilities Lead and oversee the strategic design and development of highly complex and innovative engineering projects.Conduct advanced research and gather data to support project requirements.Prepare and review comprehensive technical documentation and reports.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and integration.Lead and facilitate project meetings, providing strategic insights and updates on assigned tasks.Perform rigorous testing and analysis to ensure project quality and compliance.Mentor and guide junior, mid-level, and senior engineers, providing technical expertise and support.Drive process improvements to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.Maintain strong communication and relationships with stakeholders, ensuring their requirements and expectations are met.Contribute to the strategic planning and decision-making processes within the engineering department. Education At least a bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related and relevant field Experience 8-10 years of relevant experience in an Engineering role Required Skills This skills listed below are what our ideal candidate would look like, but if you do not hit all items, we would encourage you to still apply. What we're looking for is a good combination of skills, aptitude, and team fit! Exceptional understanding of engineering principles and practices.Proficiency in engineering software and tools, using primarily C, C++, and pythonProficiency in engineering solutions running on a Linux platformExperience with Multimedia Frameworks (e.G. GStreamer) and CodecsExperience developing USB- or other low-drivers driversExperience working on embedded devicesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skillsExcellent communication and teamwork abilitiesManagement responsibilities, including overseeing multiple project teams and components of larger projectsStrong communication skills for effective collaboration with team members, stakeholders, and clientsA desire to drive process and tooling improvements & innovation 🛡️ We are committed to conducting our business activities with the highest standards of integrity, responsibility and compliance across all aspects of our operations. This includes adherence to applicable laws, regulations and internal policies related to ethical conduct, quality standards, cyber security, sustainability, data protection & confidentiality and safety. D&I StatementAt Barco, innovation drives everything we do. We believe that diversity fuels creativity, bringing us closer to our colleagues and customers. Inclusion and equity aren't just values—they're core capabilities that propel us toward our shared goals and mission. About BarcoAt Barco, we design cutting-edge technology that enhances everyday life through advanced visual experiences. As a global leader in collaboration and imaging, we serve the Enterprise, Healthcare, and Entertainment industries with innovative tools that empower professionals to communicate and perform at their best. With a strong commitment to quality, reliability, and sustainability, our technologies are trusted in over 90 countries. Backed by a team of 3,+ employees, we continue to push boundaries and shape the future of digital imaging and connectivity.