Principal C++ Software Engineer

SoCode Limited; Great Chesterford; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SoCode Limited, a highly reputable technology firm, seeks a Principal Software Engineer to drive architecture and design of real-time data processing and display systems across Windows platforms and embedded environments. You will own major features, lead by example, and collaborate with customers to translate requirements into robust software solutions for radar-related applications.

The role combines hands-on coding with technical leadership in a hybrid work setting based in the South

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development experience, primarily on Windows.
• Strong object-oriented design using C++ and real-time systems.
• Experience owning and technically leading large software projects.
• Experience with end customers/users and UX principles.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead major software developments from design to delivery.
• Architect and implement data processing, distribution, and display systems.
• Set best practices and lead by example across the team.
• Collaborate with customers to gather requirements.

Skills

Project ownership

C++ OO design

Windows development

Real-time software

Embedded Linux

SQL databases

UI/UX basics

Customer liaison

Education

Software/engineering degree

Job description

Principal Software Engineer

Location: South Cambridgeshire

Working Environment: Hybrid (3 days on-site per week)

The company is a highly reputable technology firm operating at the bleeding edge of radar technology. To meet the demands of an exciting product roadmap, they are looking to bolster their software engineering team with the hire of a Principal Software Engineer.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will be working on the software that supports and controls these radars, with a focus on the design and architecture of complex data processing, distribution, and display systems. You will take ownership and steer the development of major new features and product developments, whilst leading by example and ensuring best practices are followed.

Key Requirements

• Experience of owning and technically leading projects delivering significant software developments.


• 10+ years of software development experience, primarily on Windows platforms.


• Excellent understanding and experience of object-oriented software design with C++.


• Effective at working directly with end customers & users.You should also have some of the following:


• Software based degree, or an engineering/science degree with software bias.


• Experience in the development of software for the security/defence sectors.


• Experience working with or knowledge of SQL databases.


• Knowledge and experience of effective UI design & UX best practice.


• Good understanding of real-time software design & development.


• Experience with embedded Linux and embedded software development