Backend Software Engineer C++

Client Server; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £80k + Bonus

Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Enhanced parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

23 days holiday plus an additional one for your birthday

Diverse, inclusive team environment

Charity giving schemes

Personal training and development budgets

Job summary

Client Server in Cambridge is searching for a talented Backend Software Engineer / Developer specializing in C++. In this role, you'll tackle complex problems and contribute to cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies, collaborating with a diverse team. The position offers a competitive salary up to £80k plus bonuses and numerous perks including private medical insurance and enhanced parental leave.

As part of the R&D team, you'll also have the opportunity to mentor others and continue developing your skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced backend software engineering experience.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Experience with AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Familiarity with Rust, Typescript, and/or Python.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from prototyping to development of scalable solutions.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver high quality solutions.
• Mentor and develop fellow engineers.

Skills

Advanced C++

Problem solving

AWS

Python

Rust

Software engineering best practices

Education

Degree in a STEM discipline

Job description

Backend Software Engineer / Developer (C++) Cambridge / WFH to £80k

Are you a C++ Backend Software Engineer who enjoys complex problem solving?

You could be progressing your career at the world's most advanced cybersecurity technology business that uses AI technology to protect clients across the globe from advanced cyber threats, working alongside a team of friendly and supportive people and enjoying a host of perks and benefits.

What's in it for you:

• Salary to £80k + Bonus
• Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• 23 days holiday plus an additional one for your birthday
• Diverse, inclusive team environment
• Charity giving schemes
• Personal training and development budgets

Your role:

As a Backend Software Engineer within the R&D team you'll lead and contribute to projects ranging from rapid prototyping and proof-of-concepts to the development of scalable production platforms. You will help advance cutting‑edge cyber security technologies, drive innovation and collaborate across teams to deliver high quality solutions. The role also offers the opportunity to mentor and develop fellow engineers while deepening expertise across a range of technologies and programming languages.

You’ll be mainly working with backend C++ but also with Python, Rust and emerging technologies, using the right tool for the job in a rapid development environment, with lots of problem solving and iteration.

Location / WFH:

You’ll join a highly talented, diverse team in the Cambridge office twice a week where you can enjoy a great team atmosphere with free lunches and problem solving sessions.

About you:

• You have advanced C++, backend software engineering experience
• You have advanced problem solving and critical thinking skills
• You enjoy learning and picking up new technologies
• You have experience with AWS, Azure or GCP
• You have some experience with Rust, Typescript and / or Python
• You have a strong knowledge of software engineering best practices
• You are degree educated in a STEM discipline

Apply now to find out more about this Backend Software Engineer / Developer opportunity.

At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.