Senior Software Engineer (C++ / Image Processing), Capture One, DK

Who we are

Help us shape the future of photography!

At Capture One we provide photographers with the most powerful tools to capture, edit and collaborate and bring their visions to life. We’re uncompromising about image quality, speed and reliability. Capture One consistently gives photographers the best tethered workflow in the industry, making it intuitive and efficient, unparalleled image quality, true-to-life color processing, and precise editing and flexible collaboration tools letting you work from anywhere and with anyone.

Can you imagine seeing your software being used for a huge photoshoot fashion cover, famous athletic brands, actors, famous singers photo shootings or even brands that you love and use every day? Our love of imaging translates into empowering our ever-growing community of over 250,000 photographers around the world.

Yeah, that’s Capture One, that’s who we are. Cool, huh.

The role

As we continuously drive for growth and plan to expand our team, we are looking for a highly driven and achievement-orientated Senior Software Engineer to be part of our team.

As a Senior Software Engineer at Capture One, you’ll play a central role in evolving the core of our RAW converter and image processing engine - software used daily by thousands of photographers around the world. You will work with modern C++ to push the limits of speed, precision, and quality, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary and international team.

You’ll have the opportunity to contribute across platforms, optimize performance-critical algorithms, and influence the future of how professional imaging software is built.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and maintain core features of our RAW converter and image processing engine in modern C++
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of our multi-platform codebase
• Implement and optimize high-performance algorithms for image processing, ensuring efficiency in speed and memory usage
• Improve build and CI/CD processes using CMake as the primary build system
• Design and develop automated test suites for unit, integration, and functional testing
• Work closely with other software engineers, product managers, designers, and QA specialists

What we are looking for

• A university degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in C++ (C++17 or later preferred)
• Solid experience with CMake and multi-platform development
• Proven experience in performance-critical applications, ideally in imaging, computer graphics, or related domains
• Familiarity with macOS, Windows, and/or iOS development environments
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
• Excellent people and communication skills, enabling you to thrive in an agile, collaborative environment
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and expand your expertise
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken

Experience with GPU programming (Metal, CUDA, OpenCL), exposure to AI/ML integration, and knowledge of digital photography workflows are a plus.

Why you will like it at Capture One

Our Company Values make Capture One special.

• Win as one team: Make things happen together. Working together is when the magic really happens.
• Empower photographers: Letting image makers work less and create more. We want photographers to do more of what they love, whether that’s on or off set.
• Embrace diversity: Different cultures, languages, and passions thriving under one roof. We are an equal opportunity employer; we welcome diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• Take ownership: Use your expertise and feel good doing it. Being from Copenhagen, Denmark, we’re all about the Scandinavian mindset. Take initiative. Be autonomous. Feel like you own your craft. And feel satisfied doing it.

And there is more...

• Top notch hardware equipment, and the possibility to borrow photography gears
• Network with industry professionals, join our mentor program, spend time with our photo experts or listen in to our Friday Focus
• A vibrant and social work culture, full of events to attend and bond with the team
• Plenty of flexibility to keep your work and life in balance - paid vacation, private health insurance, pension contributions, mental health and physical wellbeing support
• Commuting options (bike leasing and public transportation discounts)
• Snacks, coffee, drinks and fruits at the office to help you get going!

Join us in our exciting journey.