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Continental · Hannover, NDS, Germany

# Simulation Software Development Engineer (m/f/d) - REF97697Z

Hannover, NDS, Germany Full-time Software Engineering 

Listed on Continental’s official careers site. Posted October 27, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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## Job description

The Mechanics & Simulation Development Department is responsible for the development of in-house Finite Element-based (FEM) tire simulation processes and methods, including visualization and analytical tools to provide complete solutions for understanding and optimization of the product. This position is intended to be filled on a full-time basis and is on-site, requiring in-person collaboration with the engineering team.

However, applications for part-time employment will be considered in accordance with business needs.

Your main tasks are:
- Design and implementation of software architecture for finite element simulation
- Implement numerical methods, solver integrations, and mesh/geometry processing tools
- Maintain and enhance simulation workflows, including pre- and post-processing capabilities
- Ensure high software quality through testing, validation, and careful debugging
- Optimize performance for parallel and high-performance computing environments
- Collaborate with engineering teams to translate physical models into robust software solutions
- Support modern development practices (Git, CI/CD, code reviews) and continuous improvement

## Qualifications

MSc or PhD degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Natural Sciences, or a related technical discipline with several years of relevant work experience Good understanding of the physical and material principles governing tire behavior, with the ability to reason from first principles
- Strong proficiency in modern C++ and solid software design principles; Python experience is a plus
- Proven experience contributing to open-source frameworks; publicly verifiable contributions are an advantage Experience applying agentic coding paradigms to solve real-world problems, with clear evidence of outcomes Experience working in Linux environments and with version control (Git)
- Strong attention to detail, with a rigorous approach to debugging, validation, and ensuring correctness in complex software systems
- Strong hands-on, solution-oriented mindset with a proven ability to take ownership and solve problems Proficient English language skills (written and spoken) Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across software and engineering teams Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 27, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 2, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 2, 2026
- Listed for: 6 days
- Location: Hannover, NDS, Germany
- Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Continental’s careers site →](https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/Continental/744000158031009-simulation-software-development-engineer-m-f-d-ref97697z)

## Hiring at Continental
- Open jobs: 556
- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Oct 12, 2026

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