DV-Cleared C++ Software Engineer - Linux/CI-CD

Searchability NS&D; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Searchability NS&D in Cheltenham is seeking a Software Developer with commercial C++ experience to join a security-focused engineering team. You will design, develop and maintain high-performance Linux applications in a mission-critical environment, contributing to robust software and secure coding practices.

You will work within an Agile team, participate in code reviews, and help evolve CI/CD pipelines and Docker-based deployments while staying current with evolving security standards.

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent commercial experience).
• At least 18 months' commercial experience developing software in C++.
• Strong experience working within Linux-based development environments.
• Experience debugging software and using tools such as Valgrind or similar.
• Knowledge of networking concepts, protocols and packet analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain high-performance software applications using C++ in Linux environments.
• Produce clean, efficient and maintainable code with a focus on performance, scalability and reliability.
• Investigate and resolve software defects, including issues with third-party libraries.
• Containerise applications using Docker to support deployment.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and work with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions.

Skills

C++

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering or related field

Tools

Docker

Git

Jenkins

Valgrind

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Searchability NS&D in Cheltenham is seeking a Software Developer with commercial C++ experience to join a security-focused engineering team. You will design, develop and maintain high-performance Linux applications in a mission-critical environment, contributing to robust software and secure coding practices.

You will work within an Agile team, participate in code reviews, and help evolve CI/CD pipelines and Docker-based deployments while staying current with evolving security standards.