C++ Software Developer

PlanetRecruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

PlanetRecruitment is seeking a C++ Software Developer in Bristol to join the R&D team. You will build and maintain releases to specification, add new features, and fix bugs to deliver high quality software.

You will collaborate with testing, learn the Prism suite and technologies including Azure and AWS, and develop expertise in C++ and MFC. The role offers progression and a dynamic, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• C++ programming experience.
• Ability to work closely with other developers.
• Willingness to adapt to change and new ideas.
• Self-motivated problem-solver.
• Accurate with strong attention to detail.
• Clear, confident written and verbal communication.
• Follows structured written procedures.
• Handles confidential information sensitively.
• Interest in data security and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Adding new features according to specification.
• Delivering high quality software.
• Reviewing pull requests.
• Responding to internal queries about software functionality.
• Providing an expert technical resource to internal teams.
• Implementing and testing upgrades to third-party libraries.
• Internal tool creation.

Skills

C++

Team collaboration

Adaptability to change

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Follow procedures

Confidentiality handling

Tools

AWS

MFC

C#

Job description

C++ Software Developer (KM09655) Bristol, England

Salary: GBP40000 - GBP51000 per annum

Job Title: C++ Software Developer

Location: Bristol

Role

As part of the Research and Development Team, you will be building and maintaining releases of our applications to specification. This will involve anything from the creation of new functionality to bug fixes.

You will work closely with the testing team to get applications to full release status.

You will get to grips with the full Prism suite of applications and gain knowledge of C++ and Microsoft Foundation Classes, as well as many other technologies including the latest cloud products from Azure and AWS.

The roles & responsibilities for this position will evolve over time as you gain more experience.

Profile

You are interested in progressing your career in bespoke software development. You are someone who prides yourself on innovation and embracing change and new ideas. People describe you as self-motivated, innovative, and a problem solver. You understand the reasons for data security and can keep the confidentiality of the people you are working with.

Duties

• Adding new features according to specification
• Delivering high quality software
• Reviewing pull requests
• Responding to internal queries about software functionality
• Providing an expert technical resource to internal teams
• Implementing and testing upgrades to 3rd party libraries
• Internal tool creation

Essential Experience

• C++
• Work closely with other developers
• Embrace change and new ideas
• Be self-motivated problem-solver
• Be accurate and have a keen eye for detail
• Have a clear and confident communication style, both written and verbal and be comfortable communicating at all levels
• Follow structured written procedures
• Always manage confidential information sensitively

Desirable Experience

• C#, Microsoft Foundation Classes (MFC), Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Proven ability to work without supervision, but communicate progress
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Be comfortable challenging the status quo and demonstrate a critical-thinking mindset

Working Relationships

You will work closely with the Testing Teams to perform all planned and reactive tasks, escalating to your Line Manager when potential issues are identified.

Special/Additional Working Conditions

You will be working at either our Wellington, Bristol or Milton Keynes office. Travel to other offices may be required in exceptional circumstances to support our teams in these locations. All offices are fully air-conditioned with a modern and spacious open-plan layout.