Careers at Bareos

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Software Developer – C++/Linux

Job Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain software for backup and restore solutions
  • Work with modern C/C++ (preferably C++14/C++17) to enhance and optimize the Bareos platform
  • Utilize Git for version control in collaborative development workflows
  • Contribute to build and testing processes using tools like CMake, CTest, and Jenkins
  • Write and debug shell scripts and, optionally, Python scripts
  • Package software for distribution using formats such as RPM, DEB, and NSIS
  • Collaborate with the team to ensure seamless integration of backup and restore processes with related hardware and software

Qualifications

  • Relevant studies, apprenticeship, or comparable professional experience
  • Strong interest in free and open-source software
  • Extensive Linux skills; knowledge of Windows, macOS, FreeBSD, Solaris, or AIX is a plus
  • Programming experience in modern C/C++
  • Basic knowledge of CMake and CTest
  • Experience with Jenkins, GoogleTest, and software packaging is advantageous
  • Familiarity with backup and restore processes
  • Proficiency in English (written and spoken)

Employment Type: Full-time, Part-time Full-time, Part-time
Location: Cologne, Germany (hybrid – one office day a week)

Employment Type: Full-time, Part-time Full-time, Part-time
Location: Cologne, Germany (hybrid – one office day a week)

Who is Bareos?

Bareos (Backup Archiving Recovery Open Sourced) is the leading open source backup solution trusted by organizations of all sizes. With multi-platform support, Bareos provides secure, reliable and scalable backup for your IT infrastructure.

What You Can Expect?

  • Owner-managed company
  • Relaxed and calm working environment
  • Mostly remote work (usually 1 office day per week in Cologne)
  • Small team with short decision-making paths
  • Open, social company culture and a good working atmosphere
  • Flexible working hours with self-managed scheduling
  • Permanent employment contract, full-time or part-time
  • Deutschlandticket available as a job ticket
  • Code reviews that actually happen
  • Free choice of operating system and development environment
  • 100% open source: source code at https://github.com/bareos/bareos/
  • Open development process that is visible to everyone

Bei Bareos erwartet Sie ein entspanntes Arbeitsumfeld in unserem Büro in Köln – mit der Möglichkeit, im Homeoffice zu arbeiten. Sie werden Teil eines kleinen Teams mit kurzen Entscheidungswegen und einer offenen, sozialen Unternehmenskultur.
Wir bieten echte Code-Reviews, freie Wahl des Betriebssystems und der Entwicklungsumgebung, flexible Arbeitszeiten mit freier Zeiteinteilung sowie unbefristete Festanstellungen – auch in Teilzeit.

Wir freuen uns über Bewerbungen von allen qualifizierten Personen – unabhängig von Geschlecht, Nationalität, ethnischer Herkunft, sozialem Hintergrund, Behinderung, Alter oder Identität.

Interested?

Please send your application with meaningful supporting documents and your salary expectations to the Bareos team. We’d love to hear from you!

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