Senior Software Engineer (C++, C)

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defense and surveillance sector is seeking a Senior Software Engineer based in Northampton. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in C++ development and Linux, focusing on radar systems and command control software. This role offers hybrid working options, competitive salary, and attractive benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working available

Good benefits

Qualifications

• Commercially experienced Software Engineer with proven C++ development experience.
• Modern C++ design experience and good Linux and scripting skills required.
• Exposure to security/defense command software and GIS data is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software for radar, security, and surveillance systems.
• Improve software capabilities and enhance user experience.
• Work directly with end users on software functionalities.

Skills

C++

Linux

Python

Object-Oriented Design

Networking and Communication Protocols

Mathematical Skills

Real-time Data Processing

Education

Technical Degree

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Senior Software Engineer (C++, C), Northampton

Client: Technical Futures Ltd

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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-Oriented 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.