Senior Software Engineer – C

Adaptive Careers; Glasgow; Híbrido; GBP 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid working

Descripción de la vacante

Adaptive Careers is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for its Glasgow engineering team. You will design, implement and maintain high-quality C++ software, collaborating with hardware, firmware and infrastructure specialists on integrated technology solutions.

You will help optimize algorithms and systems while contributing to API development and data workflows. The role offers a clear path to technical leadership, with hands-on ownership of projects and potential mentoring opportunities as the

Formación

• Strong C++ development experience in production software.
• Good working knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Experience with Python or other scripting languages.
• Experience developing or integrating APIs.
• Familiarity with Visual Studio and modern software development practices.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop and maintain high-quality software, primarily using C++.
• Review, optimise and enhance algorithms and software architecture.
• Develop and integrate APIs connecting internal platforms and external applications.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware and infra engineers on integrated solutions.
• Take increasing ownership of technical projects and mentor colleagues.

Conocimientos

C++ development

SQL

Python scripting

APIs

Visual Studio

Analytical thinking

Ownership mindset

Herramientas

Git

Descripción del empleo

We're working with an established, technology-led business in the energy sector looking to recruit a talented Senior Software Engineer to join its growing development team in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, hands-on software engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, developing robust software and having a genuine influence on product development. You'll be joining a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering team working on proprietary technology that combines software, connected hardware, data and intelligent systems. Importantly, the role offers a clear opportunity to progress into technical leadership, project management or team leadership as the business continues to develop.

The Role

• Design, develop and maintain high-quality software, primarily using C++.
• Review, optimise and enhance existing algorithms and software architecture.
• Develop and integrate APIs connecting internal platforms and external applications.
• Work with SQL databases and Python scripting for automation, data processing and system improvements.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware and infrastructure engineers on integrated technology solutions.
• Improve software reliability, performance, scalability and maintainability.
• Contribute to technical planning, code reviews, testing and development best practices.
• Take increasing ownership of technical projects, with the potential to mentor colleagues and lead future development activities.

What We're Looking For

We're particularly interested in candidates with:

• Strong C++ development skills and experience working with production software.
• Good working knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Experience using Python or other scripting languages.
• Experience developing or integrating APIs.
• Familiarity with Visual Studio and modern software development practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• A proactive approach and the confidence to take ownership of technical challenges.

Additional experience with any of the following would be beneficial, although not essential:

• IoT, connected devices or embedded software.
• REST APIs, MQTT or wireless communications.
• JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Microsoft and Linux environments.
• Data visualisation tools such as Power BI or Grafana.
• Software integration across hardware and firmware platforms.

Career Development

This opportunity would particularly suit a strong software developer who wants to remain technically hands-on while taking the next step in their career. You don't need previous management experience. We're looking for someone with the technical credibility, communication skills and ambition to develop into a broader leadership role over time.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Hybrid working, ideally two days per week in Glasgow.
• Work on interesting, technically challenging software and integrated technology projects.
• Exposure to the full development lifecycle, from software design through to deployment.
• Genuine influence over technical decisions and future development direction.
• Clear potential to progress into a Technical Lead or Software Engineering Management position.
• A collaborative environment where individual contributions are valued.