C++ Software Engineer

Fruition Group Ireland; Dublin; Remote; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Job summary

Fruition Group Ireland is seeking an experienced C++ Developer for a fully remote permanent role based in Ireland. You will develop, maintain and enhance backend systems using C++ and contribute to scalable APIs and distributed architectures.

Success requires 3+ years in software engineering, strong knowledge of Linux, relational databases, and cloud technologies (AWS). You will collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, remote environment and participate in CI/CD practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in software engineering with strong hands-on C++ development.
• Backend Systems and RESTful APIs experience.
• Strong SQL and relational DB knowledge.
• Experience in Linux/Unix environments.
• Ability to work remotely in a distributed team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in agile or fast-paced tech environments.
• Cloud familiarity, especially AWS.
• Containerisation with Docker or ECS.
• Exposure to Golang, PHP, or Python.
• Networking concepts including HTTP, TCP/IP, TLS.
• Frontend HTML/CSS exposure would be advantageous.
• Interest in cloud, automation, and DevOps.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend software using C++ and related technologies.
• Contribute to scalable APIs and distributed systems design.
• Support production systems for high transaction volumes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot performance issues affecting platform and clients.
• Participate in testing, code reviews, and CI processes.
• Work in Linux-based environments to deploy and monitor applications.
• Contribute to automation initiatives across the SDLC.

Skills

C++

Backend development

RESTful APIs

SQL

Linux/Unix

AWS

Docker

DevOps

Golang

Python

HTML/CSS

Networking basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE

Tools

Docker

ECS

Git

Job description

Job Type: Permanent (100% Remote from Ireland - you must be based in Ireland for Tax Purposes)

Job Description:

Our client, a leading organisation in the financial technology sector, is seeking an experienced C++ Developer to join their engineering team. This is a fully remote permanent position based in Ireland.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance backend software applications using C++ and related technologies.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of scalable APIs and distributed systems.
• Support the ongoing stability, performance, and reliability of production systems handling high transaction volumes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, operations, and support functions to deliver technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues affecting platform performance and client services.
• Participate in software testing, code reviews, and continuous integration activities to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Work within Linux-based environments to deploy, monitor, and maintain applications.
• Contribute to technical improvements and automation initiatives across the software development lifecycle.

Experience Required

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in software engineering with strong hands-on development in C++.
• Commercial experience developing backend systems and RESTful APIs.
• Strong understanding of relational databases and SQL.
• Experience working within Linux/Unix environments.
• Ability to work independently within a fully remote engineering team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in agile or fast-paced technology environments.
• Exposure to cloud-based infrastructure and services, particularly AWS.
• Experience with containerisation technologies such as Docker or ECS.
• Knowledge of additional programming languages such as Golang, PHP, or Python.
• Familiarity with networking concepts including HTTP, TCP/IP, TLS, and related troubleshooting tools.
• Frontend development exposure including HTML/CSS would be advantageous.
• Interest in cloud infrastructure, automation, and DevOps practices.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent third-level qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Remote working model (one day on site a month in Dublin City Centre)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to work on high-scale transaction systems
• Collaborative engineering-focused environment
• Career progression and learning opportunities
• Pension Contributions