Senior Software Engineer C++

IDnow is a leader in digital identity and fraud prevention in Europe with a mission to transform trust into the most powerful asset in the digital world, empowering enterprises with AI-driven, SaaS-based identity solutions that deliver scalable security, adaptive compliance, and real-time fraud prevention. Through its broad portfolio of digital identity and fraud prevention solutions, IDnow establishes, maintains and enriches trust throughout the customer journey, ensuring businesses can confidently and securely operate while leveraging digital identity to drive growth, security and scalability.

The company has offices in Germany, United Kingdom, Romania and France, and is backed by renowned institutional investors, including Corsair Capital and Seventure Partners. Its portfolio of international clients spans a wide range of end markets including financial services, telecommunications, travel & mobility, gaming, and other industries.

This position is based in Rennes, France.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior C++ Developer to join our dynamic team working on structured documents analysis (Identity cards). Your mission will be to enhance and maintain this vital service, improving its efficiency and accuracy.  

As a Senior C++ Developer specializing in structured document processing, you will be responsible for: 

• Software Development: Design, develop, and maintain C++14/17/20 applications, libraries, and services for processing structured documents efficiently and accurately. 
• Optimization & Architecture: Identify and implement performance improvements in existing document  processing code, optimizing speed and accuracy. Refactor and evolve the internal service architecture to address emerging technical challenges and scalability requirements. 
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, product managers, QA engineers, and other developers, to deliver document processing solutions. 
• Troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve complex technical issues in document processing, ensuring the reliability and accuracy of the service. 

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or related field. 
• 5+ years of professional experience in C++14/17/20 software development. 
• Experience with multi-threading, performance optimization, and memory management. 
• Proficiency in software design patterns and architecture. 
• Experience with version control systems and continuous integration (e.g.,  Gitlab CI/CD). 
• Knowledge of Docker for containerization.  
• Strong documentation skills 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude. 
• Good communication and team collaboration skills. 
• Familiarity with image processing libraries  
• Understanding of security best practices and regulatory compliance (GDPR) 

A plus but not mandatory 

• Knowledge of Agile/ Scrum framework.  
• Knowledge of QT/QML  
• Knowledge of Meson builder  
• Experience with Python development is a significant plus.  
• Experience with working with OCR solution 

• Health & Wellbeing: Use your full access to the mental health platform nilo, including 1on1 sessions.
• We value personal and professional development: make full use of Udemy, our training platform with 24/7 access and unlimited content/course consumption incl. certification.
• We make your remote work comfy: we provide support on equipment and offer flexible working hours.
• We value collaboration & love to come together: regular onsite gatherings, internal initiatives and summer parties to connect outside of work.
• May your family require your attention or other reasons apply: use the benefit of our paid special leave days.
• Enjoy the possibility to combine work with a longer stay at your holiday destination or extend a weekend with our Workcation possibilities.
• In addition to the perks & benefits above, we offer specific benefits that differ between our locations.

IDnow applies the principles of non-discrimination and equality: We strive to establish, maintain, and promote an open and inclusive recruitment process and working environment by respecting the principles of equal opportunities. Including but not limited to: sex, race or ethnic origin, religion or convictions, gender identity, citizenship, marital status, disability, age, or sexual orientation.