Senior Software Engineer (C++, C)

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in radar and security systems is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong C++ skills to join their team in Preston. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree, extensive experience in software design, and a solid understanding of Linux. This role offers a competitive salary along with hybrid working options and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven C++ development experience is crucial.
• Several years of commercial software design experience required.
• Good understanding of Linux operating systems is needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software for radar, security, and surveillance systems.
• Enhance user experience and improve software capabilities.
• Work directly with end users on requirements and solutions.

Skills

C++

Linux

Scripting (Python)

Object-Oriented software design

Networking and Communication protocols

Mathematical skills

Real-time data processing

Education

Technical Degree

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Senior Software Engineer (C++, C), Preston, Lancashire

Client: Technical Futures Ltd

Location: Preston, Lancashire, 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 developing 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 improving software capabilities and enhancing 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
• 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 options & good benefits.