Software Engineer C++ (Training Provided) Must be UK Citizen | Security Clearance Required

Withyouwithme; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology organization in Edinburgh is seeking a full-time Software Engineer to join their team. The role involves structured training in C++, working on meaningful projects, and continuous support for personal growth. Candidates should possess analytical skills, curiosity, and a willingness to learn, regardless of formal qualifications. A salary of £40,000 is offered, along with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Full C++ training

Ongoing support and development

Work with cutting-edge software

Qualifications

• Curiosity and willingness to learn.
• Experience in electronics, radio systems, or embedded software is a plus.
• Experience with data, algorithms, or tools like Python is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Undergo structured training in C++.
• Work on complex software engineering projects.
• Grow and learn within a live engineering environment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Curiosity

Communication skills

Scripting skills

Tools

C++

Python

Scipy/Numpy

Job description

Looking to kick-start or redirect your tech career?
At WithYouWithMe, we don’t hire based on CVs — we hire based on potential. Whether you’re a hobbyist programmer, technician, analyst, or former engineer looking for a new path, this could be the opportunity to break into software development with full training and support.

What’s the Role?
We’re on the lookout for passionate individuals to join a Software Engineering team in Edinburgh. This is a full-time salaried role working on complex, meaningful projects. You’ll begin with structured training in C++, then be deployed into a live engineering environment where you’ll continue to grow and learn on the job.

We’re working closely with the hiring manager, and they’re open to a range of backgrounds — if you’re naturally analytical, curious, and love solving problems, we want to hear from you.
Due to the nature of this role, UK Government Security Clearance is required. You must:

Be a UK citizen (no dual nationality).
Have not travelled outside the UK for more than 4 consecutive weeks in the past 5 years.
Be willing to undergo security vetting as part of the hiring process

Ideal Backgrounds Might Include:
Hobbyist Programmers – played with Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or built your own apps or bots

Technicians or Engineers – with experience in electronics, radio systems, or embedded software

Numerical Thinkers – analysts, physicists, or mechanical engineers who’ve worked with data, algorithms, or tools like Python, Scipy/Numpy

️ IT Professionals – with scripting skills, DevOps knowledge, or experience with APIs, web systems, or dashboards

Team Facilitators – with communication, mentoring or scrum leadership skills and a bit of technical curiosity

You Don’t Need:
Formal software qualifications

Commercial programming experience

A polished CV

Just curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a bit of natural problem-solving ability.

What You’ll Get:
Full C++ training (provided by WithYouWithMe)

A salary of £40,000

The chance to work with cutting-edge software in a defence-aligned environment

Ongoing support and development from our team throughout your journey

Ready to find out if you’re a fit?
Simply send over your CV (no matter how polished) or get in touch with us for a chat. If this sounds exciting, but you’re unsure — apply anyway. We’ll help you figure out where your strengths lie and whether this is the right path for you.

Apply now and let’s explore your potential.