Senior C++ Developer

JR United Kingdom; Bath; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy client is seeking a Senior C++ Developer for a remote, permanent position with a competitive salary of up to £85,000 per annum. The successful candidate will work closely with various departments, mentor colleagues, and play a vital role in the evolution of their core product. Key responsibilities include designing and improving software solutions, ensuring best practices, and advocating for a modern development environment. With a strong focus on collaborative methodologies, this role is ideal for a passionate developer looking for significant influence in a dynamic team.

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme

25 days of annual leave

Life Insurance

Critical Illness

Income Protection

Annual training budget

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience with C++ in commercial settings.
• Strong grasp of software architecture principles.
• Excellent communication abilities and experience in mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of sophisticated C++ software solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and perform code reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects.

Skills

C++

Agile methodologies

Linux

Windows

Interpersonal skills

Memory management

Multi-threading

Software architecture principles

CI/CD workflows

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Scripting languages

Legacy codebases

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Senior C++ Developer | Remote | Permanent | Up to £85,000 Per Annum (Dependant on Experience)

Peaple Talent have partnered with a consultancy client looking to recruit a Senior C++ Developer.

In this position, you’ll collaborate with multiple departments across our client. As a senior team member, you’ll play a key role in mentoring colleagues and leading essential software development initiatives. You’ll help shape the technical evolution of our client’s core product deepen your understanding of their industry, and advocate for up-to-date, forward-thinking development practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively contribute to the development, design, and ongoing improvement of sophisticated C++ software solutions.
• Advocate for a thoughtful balance between immediate business needs, long-term technical goals, and strategic enhancements.
• Keep up to date with the latest trends and innovations in C++ and relevant technologies, helping to drive a modern, efficient developer environment.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure effective delivery and knowledge sharing across the organisation.
• Support the growth of junior developers through guidance and mentorship.
• Perform code reviews to uphold high standards of code quality and reinforce best practices.

Key Experience Required:

• Extensive hands-on experience with C++, including deep familiarity with commercial development environments.
• Practical experience with agile, collaborative, and iterative development methodologies.
• Solid understanding of C++ standards, features, and development best practices.
• Comfortable using scripting languages for automation and tooling.
• Strong grasp of software architecture principles, with an emphasis on maintainability, scalability, and performance optimization.
• Understanding of container and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, enabling effective teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong knowledge of both Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Proven experience working with multi-threaded applications and complex memory management scenarios.
• Confident navigating across multiple technology domains and full software stacks.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continuous professional growth.
• Exposure to high-level languages; Python and C# experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with CI/CD workflows and tooling.
• Skilled in working with and modernizing legacy codebases.

The Package:

• Basic annual salary up to £85,000 (dependant on experience)
• Occasional expensed travel for office and home working expenses.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• 25 days of annual leave.
• Life Insurance.
• Critical Illness.
• Income Protection.
• Annual l&d budget dedicated to training.