R&D Engineer - C++

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading technology company in Northern Ireland as a Software Engineer, contributing to R&D by developing and enhancing specialist software. This role requires strong programming skills and analytical thinking. Enjoy competitive salary details, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team culture, all while working on cutting-edge products.

Benefits

33 days' annual leave including bank holidays

Health cash plan and employee share scheme

Free parking

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience with object-oriented programming (C++, Python, Matlab).
• Strong analytical skills are essential.
• Experience in engineering software development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain advanced software solutions.
• Collaborate with clients to understand requirements.
• Write clear documentation to support ongoing software use.

Skills

Mathematical ability

Geometrical ability

Problem-solving skills

Critical thinking skills

Education

Degree in Mathematics

Degree in Physics

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Software

Relevant qualifications

Tools

C++

Python

Matlab

MySQL

AWS

Mobile application development

Job description

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Location:

peterborough, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Software Engineer (Research, Design & Analysis)

Craigavon, Northern Ireland

Are you an innovative thinker with a passion for engineering and programming? Join a dynamic R&D team at a leading Northern Ireland technology company, where your work will help power the production of millions of high-quality products used worldwide.

As a Software Engineer (Research, Design & Analysis), you'll contribute to developing and enhancing specialist software that drives cutting-edge research and product design. Working with a small, collaborative team, you'll be hands-on with object-oriented programming (C++), developing and testing new features, performing analysis, and helping clients with complex technical challenges.

What You'll Do:

• Develop, test, and maintain advanced software solutions.
• Analyse physical products using specialist equipment.
• Collaborate with clients to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
• Write clear documentation to support ongoing software use and development.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and product innovation.

What We're Looking For:

• A degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Software or relevant.
• Strong mathematical and/or geometrical ability.
• Experience with object-oriented programming (C++, Python, or Matlab).
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Background in engineering software development.
• Experience with MySQL, AWS, or mobile application development is a bonus!
• Competitive salary (£30K-£40K) plus pension.
• 33 days' annual leave including bank holidays.
• Health cash plan and employee share scheme.
• Free parking and a supportive team culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and progression.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please contact Jess Ritchie, IT Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group 028 95685491 or click the apply button below.

If this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group www.mcsgroup.jobs to view a wide selection of our current jobs or give us a call 028 9023 5456.

All conversations will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.