C++ Software Engineer

Fruition Group Ireland; Dublin; Remote; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Contributions

Job summary

Fruition Group Ireland is seeking an experienced C++ Developer to join a fully remote engineering team based in Ireland. You will work on backend systems, APIs, and distributed architectures, ensuring performance and reliability for high-volume transactions.

The role requires 3+ years in C++, experience with Linux, AWS, and Docker/ECS, and a strong foundation in relational databases. A related degree is essential, with flexible remote options and ongoing learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in CS/SE or related field.
• Minimum 3+ years in software engineering with hands-on C++ development.
• Experience building backend systems and RESTful APIs.
• Strong knowledge of relational databases and SQL.
• Experience with Linux environments.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fully remote team.
• Familiarity with AWS and containerization (Docker/ECS).
• Exposure to other languages like Golang, Python or PHP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend applications in C++.
• Design and implement scalable APIs and distributed systems.
• Maintain production systems for stability and performance under high load.
• Collaborate with product, operations and support to deliver technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot issues impacting platform and client services.
• Participate in testing, code reviews and CI processes.
• Work in Linux-based environments to deploy and monitor apps.
• Contribute to automation and DevOps improvements.

Skills

C++ backend development

RESTful APIs

Linux/Unix

SQL

AWS

Docker

DevOps

Golang

Python

HTTP/TCP/IP

HTML/CSS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering or related field

Tools

ECS

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