C++ Software Engineer – Mid-Level / Senior

Solas IT Recruitment; Kildare; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Solas IT Recruitment is seeking a C++ Software Engineer for a Kildare-based hybrid role. The candidate will work across electronics, hardware and software with 5+ years of experience, focusing on production-quality C++ and Python software.

Experience with embedded systems, Linux environments and ML frameworks is highly desirable. The position is permanent and located in Kildare with hybrid work options, offering opportunities to contribute to advanced software, AI and hardware projects within a

Qualifications

• Strong background in Electronic Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• Strong commercial programming experience with C++.
• Solid understanding of electronic systems and hardware/software interaction.
• Good programming experience with Python.
• Experience developing within Linux environments.
• Strong knowledge of algorithms, data structures, OOP and software engineering principles.
• Experience working with embedded systems, edge computing or hardware-integrated software.
• Exposure to Machine Learning / Deep Learning would be beneficial.
• Experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow or similar frameworks is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop production-quality software using C++ and Python.
• Develop software that interacts directly with electronic and hardware systems.
• Work across software, electronics and embedded engineering.
• Integrate software with embedded and edge-based hardware.
• Support the development of Machine Learning / Deep Learning solutions.
• Take technical solutions from R&D and prototyping through to production.
• Optimise software and algorithms for performance, reliability and maintainability.
• Work closely with Electronic Engineers, Software Engineers and Embedded Engineers.
• Test and evaluate solutions using real-world data and hardware.
• Contribute to system architecture, technical design and code reviews.
• Produce high-quality technical documentation.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

Electronic Engineering

Embedded Systems

Machine Learning

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

C++ Software Engineer – Mid-Level / Senior

Location: Kildare – Hybrid

Type: Permanent

Experience: 5+ years

Key Technologies: C++, Python, Linux, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning

About the Company

We are working with an established Irish technology company that is continuing to expand its engineering team and invest heavily in advanced software, electronics, AI and Machine Learning technologies.The company has a strong technical team bringing together expertise across Electronic Engineering, software development and hardware systems. They offer an excellent working environment, low staff turnover and strong opportunities for career progression.

This is particularly suited to engineers who enjoy working at the intersection of electronics, hardware and software.

We Are Looking For

We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong background in Electronic Engineering or Computer Engineering who have developed solid commercial software development skills.

The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of electronic systems combined with strong C++ programming and software engineering fundamentals. You do not need to come from a traditional pure software development background. Engineers who have worked with electronic systems, embedded technologies, hardware/software integration or computer engineering and have strong programming experience are highly relevant.

Key experience includes:

• Degree or strong technical background in Electronic Engineering, Electronics Engineering or Computer Engineering
• Strong commercial programming experience with C++
• Solid understanding of electronic systems and hardware/software interaction
• Good programming experience with Python
• Experience developing within Linux environments
• Strong knowledge of algorithms, data structures, OOP and software engineering principles
• Experience working with embedded systems, edge computing or hardware-integrated software
• Experience developing reliable, production-quality software
• Exposure to Machine Learning / Deep Learning would be beneficial
• Experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow or similar frameworks is advantageous
• Strong analytical and technical problem-solving ability

Responsibilities

• Design and develop production-quality software using C++ and Python
• Develop software that interacts directly with electronic and hardware systems
• Work across software, electronics and embedded engineering
• Integrate software with embedded and edge-based hardware
• Support the development of Machine Learning / Deep Learning solutions
• Take technical solutions from R&D and prototyping through to production
• Optimise software and algorithms for performance, reliability and maintainability
• Work closely with Electronic Engineers, Software Engineers and Embedded Engineers
• Test and evaluate solutions using real-world data and hardware
• Contribute to system architecture, technical design and code reviews
• Produce high-quality technical documentation

Nice to Have

• Embedded software / firmware development
• Computer Vision or image processing
• OpenCV
• Experience interfacing software with sensors, cameras or electronic devices
• Edge or performance-constrained systems
• Hardware/software integration
• Camera technologies, optics or imaging systems
• CI/CD, Git and modern software development practices