Senior Software Developer

Cathcart Associates Group Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global technology company is seeking a Principal Software Engineer (C++) to enhance their world-class security software. This role offers the chance to work on exciting greenfield projects while contributing to security practices that protect billions of devices. With a focus on C++ programming, candidates with a passion for security and experience in low-level programming will thrive. The company promotes a hybrid work environment, ensuring a balance between on-site collaboration and flexibility. Join a respected team known for its positive culture and commitment to technical excellence.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Contributory Pension

Bonus

Qualifications

• Several years of programming experience with C++.
• Strong knowledge of design processes and architectural patterns.

Responsibilities

• Work on the company’s core products used worldwide.
• Engage in greenfield projects focused on security.

Skills

C++

C

Objective-C

Low-level programming

Design processes

Architectural patterns

Mobile development

Cybersecurity

Job description

^{Global Technology company} that specialises in ensuring Software Security is looking for a Principal Software Engineer (C++) to join their Glasgow base. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a series of world-class products and gain experience with some really interesting development-led security practices.

^{Their software ensures security with data, communications, payments, and content protection. The company has been operating successfully in Glasgow for over 20 years and is well respected in the tech community. They have a global client base and build trusted security software for billions of connected devices.}

^{It’s an exciting time to join as they have spent the last year refactoring their products to their best standards yet. They are also focusing on expanding their global presence and plan to enter several new markets.}

^{The ideal candidate will have several years of programming experience with C++ (bonus points if you have exposure to C or Objective-C). This role will mainly involve working on the company’s core products, currently used worldwide and highly rated (many of us use them daily without realizing it!).}

^{The project work is genuinely interesting with a host of greenfield projects kicking off this year. As security is their core focus, they’re ideally looking for someone with a security background or strong knowledge and passion for security.}

Ideally, you’ll have experience with:

1. Strong knowledge of C/C++
2. Deep understanding of design processes and architectural patterns
3. Low-level programming
4. Knowledge of mobile development

Highly desirable:

1. Security experience (cybersecurity certifications would be a plus)
2. Experience mentoring junior team members

Their office is based in Glasgow city centre, within walking distance from both Central Station and Queen Street. They operate on a hybrid basis, with a couple of days on-site per week, with some flexibility.

They have great staff retention, reflecting a positive working environment and engaging technical work. Benefits include: Bonus, Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Income Protection, and Contributory Pension, alongside a competitive salary (£70k to £80k).

If interested, or seeking a new opportunity in the central belt, please apply or contact Doug at Cathcart Technology.