Software Developer / Software Engineer - C++ (SC c

Additional Resources

Cheltenham

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 78,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

25 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

EV scheme

Company pension contributions

Dedicated training and development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Additional Resources is seeking a Software Developer / Software Engineer to design, develop and maintain high-performance backend solutions in C++ and Java within Linux environments. You will lead the technical development of components, services and APIs, ensuring scalable, secure software while mentoring junior developers.

Ideal candidates have around 5 years of commercial software experience, hold SC clearance, and possess a degree in CS or related field.

Qualifications

Approx 5 years of commercial software development experience using C++ with some Java, ideally within Linux environments.
SC security clearance required at time of application.
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience investigating, diagnosing and improving software performance within Linux environments.
Strong knowledge of software architecture, design patterns and object-oriented programming.
Background in developing enterprise-level backend applications, APIs and distributed systems.
Understanding of multithreading and concurrent application development.
Knowledge of software debugging and diagnostic techniques.
Experience working with Agile development environment & relational and/or NoSQL databases.
Familiarity with Docker and application containerisation.
Understanding of Git and CI/CD technologies such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD or Azure DevOps.

Responsibilities

Design, develop and maintain backend applications using C++ and Java in Linux environments.
Lead the technical development of software components, services and APIs.
Produce reliable, scalable and maintainable code with a focus on performance and security.
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and mid-level developers.
Contribute to software architecture, technical decisions and roadmaps.
Review code and promote engineering standards and practices.
Diagnose and resolve complex software issues, including third-party dependencies.
Build and support RESTful APIs, microservices and distributed applications.
Use static analysis, profiling and debugging tools to improve quality.
Containerise applications with Docker to support deployment and scalability.
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.

Skills

C++

Java

Linux

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Multithreading

Performance optimization

Debugging

Agile methodologies

NoSQL databases

Relational databases

Distributed systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Git

Jenkins

GitLab CI/CD

Azure DevOps

Linux

Job description

Software Developer / Software Engineer - C++ (SC c

An opportunity has arisen for a Software Developer / Software Engineer to join an innovative technology organisation delivering complex software solutions for customers across a specialist technical environment.

As a Software Developer / Software Engineer, you will design, develop and maintain high-performance backend solutions using C++ and Java in Linux environments, working with customers and internal teams to deliver reliable, scalable software.

This role offers up to £78,000, with a relocation package considered for the right candidate, plus benefits. Please only apply if you have right to work in the UK and valid SC security clearance which must be held at the time of application.

You will be responsible for:

Designing, developing and maintaining backend applications using C++ and Java within Linux environments.
Leading the technical development of software components, services and APIs.
Producing reliable, scalable and maintainable code with a strong focus on performance and security.
Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior and mid-level developers.
Contributing to software architecture, technical decisions and development roadmaps.
Reviewing code and promoting consistent engineering standards and development practices.
Diagnosing and resolving complex software issues, including problems involving third-party dependencies and customer libraries.
Building and supporting RESTful APIs, microservices and distributed applications.
Using static analysis, profiling and debugging tools to improve software quality and performance.
Containerising applications with Docker to support deployment and scalability.
Contributing to CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.

The candidates from the following background will be considered:

Software Developer, Software Engineer, Backend Engineer, Backend Developer, Backend Software Engineer, C++ Developer, C++ Software Engineer, Backend Software Developer or in a similar role.

What we are looking for:

Valid SC security clearance at the time of application.
Approx 5 years of commercial software development experience using or C++ with some Java, ideally within Linux-based environments.
A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience investigating, diagnosing and improving software performance within Linux environments.
Strong knowledge of software architecture, design patterns and object-oriented programming.
Background in developing enterprise-level backend applications, APIs and distributed systems.
Understanding of multithreading and concurrent application development.
Knowledge of software debugging and diagnostic techniques.
Experience working with Agile development environment & relational and/or NoSQL databases.
Familiarity with Docker and application containerisation.
Understanding of Git and version control & CI/CD technologies such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD or Azure DevOps.

Whats on offer: