Senior Software Engineer (C++, C)

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence sector is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves designing and developing advanced software for radar and security systems, requiring a strong C++ background and technical degree. Candidates should demonstrate experience in software design, particularly with high-performance C++ and Linux systems, combined with user interaction and networking skills. Competitive salary and hybrid working options available.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Good benefits

Qualifications

• Proven High performance C++ development skills (C++ 11/14/17/20).
• Several years’ proven commercial software design experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software for radar, security and surveillance systems.
• Improve software capabilities and enhance user experience.

Skills

C++ development

Linux

Python scripting

Object-Oriented design

Networking protocols

Mathematical data processing

Education

Technical Degree with software content

Job description

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Senior Software Engineer (C++, C), newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear

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Client:

Technical Futures Ltd

Location:

newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Commercially experienced Software Engineer with proven C++ development experience will design and develop software for the latest radar, security and surveillance systems. You’ll bring an Engineering related degree, Modern C++ design experience as well as good Linux and Scripting (Python) skills.

Of particular interest is experience in the development of security / defence command and control software and using GIS (Geographic Information System) data.

The successful Software Engineer will design and develop software across the company’s radar systems, including external radar control systems and interfaces as well as bringing the ability to improve the software capabilities and enhance the user experience.

Ideal requirements for the Software Engineer include:

• Technical Degree with software content.
• A good understanding of Object-Orientated software design.
• Proven High performance C++ development skills (C++ 11/14/17/20).
• Several years’ proven commercial software design experience.
• Working with Linux Operating systems.
• Ability to work directly with end users.
• Exposure to Networking and Communication protocols.
• Mathematical and real-time data processing skills.

A competitive salary will be offered with Hybrid working available & good benefits.