Software Developer - C++/C - Graphs & Data Visualization

SAS - Global; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data and AI company is seeking a Software Developer skilled in C++ to join their team in Glasgow. In this hybrid role, you will design and develop data visualization libraries, collaborate with engineering teams, and support junior developers. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in software development and a passion for data visualization. This position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for mentoring and professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

World-class employee experience

Opportunity for mentoring and growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of enterprise-level software development experience.
• Deep understanding of modern development tools and methodologies.
• Experience writing and executing automated tests.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality, testable, and scalable software solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across R&D and product management.
• Ensure code quality through comprehensive testing and collaboration.

Skills

Modern C++

C programming

Data visualization

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Post-graduate coursework (desirable)

Tools

Github

Jira

Job description

Overview

Software Developer - C++/C - Graphs & Data Visualizations - Hybrid

Nice to meet you!

We’re a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence - and questions into answers.

We’re also a debt-free multi-billion-dollar organization on our path to IPO-readiness. If you're looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career coupled with flexibility and world-class employee experience, you'll find it here.

About the job

The Graph team is looking for a Software Developer to collaborate with other dedicated engineers who are passionate about data visualization and committed to delivering high-quality software.

Our team is dedicated to designing and developing data visualization libraries optimized for portability and seamless integration across diverse SAS applications, including Model Studio, Visual Analytics, Mobile BI for iOS and Android, Customer Intelligence, Intelligent Decisioning, and Data Maker. These solutions are utilized across multiple industries and diverse use cases, requiring our teams to address complex challenges related to code generation, parallel computing, memory optimization, user interface design, networking, database management, and algorithm development.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality, testable, and scalable software solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across R&D and product management to ensure timely and successful delivery.
• Contribute to technical initiatives and support junior developers through mentorship and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in project scoping, scheduling, and progress tracking; proactively identifying, reporting, and resolving blockers.
• Ensure code quality through comprehensive testing (unit, integration, regression) and close collaboration with SDETs.
• Maintain accountability for the full software lifecycle, including support for internal and external consumers.
• Contribute to technical documentation in partnership with technical writers.
• Embrace continuous improvement and innovation in tools, processes, and code quality.
• Responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining an enterprise-grade data visualization framework and library utilizing C++.
• Contribute to the creation of data visualization components by taking technical requirements and implementing them, identifying and resolving bugs, performing thorough testing, refining features, and delivering software demonstrations.
• Develop and maintain automated systems dedicated to ensuring quality assurance and performance analysis.
• Provide comprehensive support to internal users regarding API and software utilization through coding examples, detailed documentation, and informative presentations.
• Demonstrate expertise in developing cross-platform C++ libraries and advanced large-scale data visualization solutions.
• Ensure all applicable security policies and processes are followed to support the organization’s secure software development goals.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of enterprise-level software development experience with proficiency in modern C++ and/or C
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related quantitative field. Post-graduate coursework may be desirable.
• Deep understanding of modern development tools, IDEs, methodologies, and principles.
• Hands-on experience with Github, Jira, and workflow management tools.
• Proven ability to implement and enforce development standards.
• Experience writing and executing automated tests.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• A passion for mentoring and driving technical excellence.
• Experience or educational background in computer graphics or game development
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications.
• Right to work in the UK
• You’re curious, passionate, authentic and accountable. These are our values and influence everything we do.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in data visualization
• Has knowledge of 2D and 3D computer graphics techniques
• Possesses experience with composing unit tests and utilizing unit testing frameworks
• Is familiar with web and browser technologies

Diverse and Inclusive

At SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our diverse workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers. Our commitment to diversity is a priority to our leadership, all the way up to the top; and it’s essential to who we are. To put it plainly: you are welcome here.

Additional Information

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