Sr. Software Engineer, Desktop Applications - (Must Have C++) - Hybrid

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer specializing in Desktop Applications. This hybrid role in London involves writing and debugging multithreaded C++ applications and maintaining critical platform infrastructure used by over 100,000 financial professionals. You'll lead a team of engineers to modernize application delivery and ensure the reliability of systems. The ideal candidate will have strong C++ skills, experience in scalable services, and a passion for fostering diversity and inclusion. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will shape the future of financial technology!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in C++ or other natively installed languages.
• Strong experience with writing scalable services in production.

Responsibilities

• Writing, debugging, and profiling multithreaded C++ applications.
• Lead a small team focused on future strategies for applications.

Skills

C++

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

UI Frameworks

Windows Programming Frameworks

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Sr. Software Engineer, Desktop Applications - (Must Have C++) - Hybrid, London

Client: FactSet

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 7d5569630272

Job Views: 77

Posted: 11.04.2025

Expiry Date: 26.05.2025

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

1. Writing, debugging, and profiling multithreaded C++
2. Maintain platform infrastructure and native applications leveraged by 100K+ financial professionals
3. Ensure reliability and scalability of various critical systems
4. Lead a small team of local engineers focused on the future strategy for FactSet's installed application
5. Contribute to the modernization of the Workstation by facilitating consumption of native applications outside of Workstation
6. Collaborate with peers in the Platform organization to expand our installer capabilities to deliver the Future Workstation container
7. Perform code reviews and adhere to best practices
8. Think and communicate critically about architecture, design, and best practices.
9. Lead and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the team

Minimum Requirements:

1. 3+ years of C++ or other natively installed languages.

Critical Skills:

1. Strong experience level with C++
2. Experience writing highly available, scalable, services in a production environment
3. Strong communication, technical, analytical, and troubleshooting skills

Preferred/Desirable Skills:

1. JavaScript, Rust, and other functional programming experience
2. Familiarity with UI frameworks
3. Windows programming frameworks

Education:

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science.

FactSet is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity