Software Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment; Woking; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Software Engineer to develop PC-based applications in a collaborative and flexible environment in Woking. The ideal candidate will be proficient in C++ and another language like Python or Java, with experience in GUI frameworks such as Qt. This role involves maintaining embedded software and performing comprehensive software testing to ensure performance and reliability. Attractive benefits include holidays, pension, bonus, and more.

Benefits

Holidays

Pension

Bonus

Medical Insurance

Sick Pay

Excellent Culture

Free Parking

Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in C++ and at least one additional programming language.
• Experience developing PC-based applications, ideally within Windows environments.
• Hands-on experience with GUI frameworks including Qt and ImGUI.

Responsibilities

• Develop PC-based applications using C++ and an additional programming language.
• Maintain existing embedded software.
• Build and refine GUI interfaces using Qt and ImGUI.
• Perform software testing and validation to ensure reliability.

Skills

C++

Python

C#

Java

Qt

ImGUI

Debugging

Problem-solving

Tools

Version control systems

Job description

Software Engineer

Woking | £50,000 - £60,000 + Holidays + Pension + Bonus + Medical Insurance + Sick Pay + Excellent Culture + Free Parking + Gym Membership + More

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take on a hands‑on software development role within a forward‑thinking, flexible, and collaborative environment. If you are excited by the challenge of developing cutting‑edge applications and contributing to innovative product development, this could be an excellent fit.

The nationally renowned business operates at the forefront of its industry, supplying high‑quality products to a wide range of industries and clients. As they continue to develop innovative equipment and bring more software development in‑house, they are constantly expanding alongside technological advancements.

In this role you will work within the Design department to develop PC‑based applications, refine GUI interfaces, support embedded software, and contribute to testing, validation, and internal tooling. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support R&D activities, and maintain high coding standards, all within a flexible and hands‑on environment.

The Role

• Develop PC‑based applications using C++ and at least one additional programming language.
• Continue development and maintenance of existing embedded software.
• Build and refine graphical user interfaces using Qt and ImGUI.
• Perform software testing, verification, and validation to ensure performance and reliability.
• Develop test cases, utilities, and documentation to support validation processes.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver robust software solutions.
• Support R&D activities through prototypes, tools, and internal utilities.
• Manage version control, branching, and code reviews using modern workflows.
• Integrate software with hardware components and troubleshoot existing applications.

The Person

• Strong proficiency in C++ and at least one additional language such as Python, C#, or Java.
• Experience developing PC‑based applications, ideally within Windows environments.
• Hands‑on experience with GUI frameworks including Qt and ImGUI.
• Good understanding of design, testing, verification, and validation practices.
• Strong knowledge of source control systems and development workflows.
• Solid debugging, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.