Job Function
Accounting/Finance
Description
We use AI to accelerate - not to replace thinking.We design the system, steer the output, and take responsibility for what we ship.
Fast where it makes sense. Careful where it matters.
Activities
Build lean, high-performance software components in C++ - code you can be proud of.
- Implement efficient, maintainable C++ systems with a strong focus on performance and quality
- Analyze systems, hunt bugs, and write automated tests - own the quality of what you ship
- Actively contribute to technical discussions and mentor less experienced colleagues - share knowledge, amplify impact
- Define and evolve modern best practices for the team and the organization - leave your mark on how we build software
Requirements
Bring strong fundamentals and real craftsmanship - not surface-level knowledge.
- Master C/C++ with solid knowledge of modern concepts and tooling
- Work confidently with databases , especially NoSQL - and choose the right tool for the job
- Use Linux as your primary environment - the command line is your natural workspace
- Understand web technologies like HTTP, JSON, and XML as part of system design
- Have experience with cloud and distributed systems - large-scale, parallel, and transnational environments are not new to you
Bonus: Web-scale experience or working in highly distributed systems
Team
- Ownership over tickets: You're trusted with real responsibility, not just tasks. No unnecessary bureaucracy, no micromanagement - we rely on you to take things forward.
- Build > Talk: We test what works - not what sounds good. Fail fast, learn faster.
- High standards, low ego: We take our work seriously, but not ourselves. Direct feedback, honest collaboration, no drama.
- Stay sharp: Hackathons, conferences, community - we invest in your growth and keep you at the cutting edge.
- And yes - the fundamentals are covered too: 30 days of vacation + Dec 24 & 31 off, Smart Fridays (4 days week possible), mobility (Germany ticket & JobRad), sports & health offerings, mental health support, corporate benefits, RTL+ access, and more.
Application Process
- A quick intro call with Sarah (Head of Talent Acquisition @smartclip)
- Video call with your future manager and a teammate - real talk, no script
- Meet us in Berlin: hands-on case study, coding challenge (pair programming), or a role play - depending on the role
- Prompt, honest feedback from Sarah - no ghosting, we promise
About the Company
About smartclip
smartclip is the adtech development unit of RTL Group - Europe's leading free-to-air broadcaster group. Our proprietary advertising technology is custom-built for the needs of European broadcasters and publishers - enabling media owners to implement smarter monetisation strategies. We are committed to delivering the most innovative ad experiences spanning in-stream, out-stream, addressable TV, connected TV, audio, and gaming - ultimately empowering brands with true cross-screen storytelling opportunities on all devices.
For more information: Please visit www.smartclip.tv and follow us on LinkedIn.
Job ID: 83190752