C++ Developer (f/m/d)

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C++ Developer (f/m/d) at think-cell Software

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Base pay range

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About us

think-cell is a profitable, fast‑paced software company based in Berlin. Our products simplify and enhance PowerPoint, used by over 1.3 million professionals worldwide, including top consulting firms and global corporations.

We prioritize code quality, elegant algorithms, and a refined user experience. Owned and led by computer scientists, think‑cell offers a developer‑focused environment that attracts and retains top engineering talent.

Our Values

Forward Thinking : We embrace change and challenge the status quo.
Ownership : We take pride in our work and learn from our mistakes.
Unified Team : We foster collaboration, respect, and integrity.
Strive for Excellence : We set ambitious goals and pursue quality.

Programming Languages & Standards

Entire codebase and customer portal written in modern C++
Some Assembler for low‑level tasks; build scripts in Python
Track latest compiler features (Visual C++ & Xcode)
Active contributors to C++ standardization (DIN & ISO/IEC)
Official sponsor of the Standard C++ Foundation

Libraries & Infrastructure

Extensive use of Boost (e.g., Boost.Spirit for parsing)
Custom range library enhancing iteration concepts beyond Boost.Range
Cross‑platform macOS and Windows support via in‑house library
Proprietary reference‑counting and persistence libraries
Advanced bug‑reporting system with runtime assertions in release builds and automatic bug submission and categorization
User‑facing web portal for update downloads

Core Algorithms & Research

Pioneers in automatic slide layout algorithms
Developed new algorithms for point‑cloud labeling (labels offset from points) and column chart labeling
Collaboration with John Forrest (CLP simplex solver) to optimize performance
Created unique generic data structures (e.g., partitions) not in STL/Boost
Chart recognition powered by OpenCV and Leptonica
Distributed indexer for terabytes of documents

Reverse Engineering & Integration

Use of IDA Pro for deep Microsoft Office API reverse engineering
Developed a resilient function‑hooking engine that patches Office executables dynamically in memory and uses assembly pattern matching to handle executable changes

Tasks

You will be responsible for entire features: from design to customer feedback
Collaborate when needed—no recurring meetings
Your feature ships when you think it’s ready
We encourage contributions from anyone—if your idea improves the code, we’ll change it

Requirements

Strong C++ programming skills (through education or experience)
A solid background in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics
A passion for elegant, efficient algorithms
Ability to work independently and think from the user’s perspective
Good command of English (German not required)
Self‑driven learners with creative problem‑solving approaches

Benefits

Challenging Work: Complex C++ development tasks requiring deep thinking
Brilliant Team: International colleagues with strong academic and professional backgrounds
Stable Environment: You’ll contribute to a product that leads the market and a company that’s built to last
Autonomy: Full ownership of features—architecture, design, implementation, and bug fixing
Collaborative in‑office culture : Our offices are where we connect and come together to build great software
Work‑Life Balance: No overtime, no weekend work, no fixed meetings or deadlines
Flat Hierarchy: Your ideas are heard, regardless of your title
Relocation Support: Help with moving to Berlin and securing a work permit
Competitive salary
Academic & Personal Growth: Publish scientific papers, attend C++ conferences, optional German lessons (covered by us)