Senior C++ Developer

JR United Kingdom; Sunderland; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing consultancy as a Senior C++ Developer, where you'll lead software initiatives and mentor a team. This position emphasizes collaboration across departments, helping to shape the technical landscape of the client's core product while advocating for modern development practices. With a competitive salary and robust benefits, this opportunity is perfect for someone eager to make an impact.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Life Insurance

Income Protection

Critical Illness Coverage

L&D budget for training

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience with C++ in commercial environments.
• Familiarity with agile and iterative methodologies.
• Solid understanding of software architecture principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance C++ software solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews.
• Stay updated with C++ trends and technologies.

Skills

C++

Agile Development

Communication

Mentorship

Software Architecture

Multi-threading

Automation

Docker

Kubernetes

Linux

Windows

Tools

CI/CD

Job description

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Client:

Peaple Talent

Location:

sunderland, tyne and wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

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.