C++ Software Engineer – Mid-Level / Senior

Solas IT Recruitment; Kildare; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A C++ Software Engineer role in Kildare (Hybrid) is open for mid-level to senior candidates. You will design and implement production-quality software using C++ and Python, and work on ML/DL solutions integrated with embedded hardware.

We seek 5+ years of commercial development experience with C++, strong Python skills, Linux proficiency, and exposure to ML/DL. Knowledge of OpenCV and modern software practices is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial development experience in C++ and Python
• Strong background in C++ with production-quality software
• Experience in Linux environments and ML/DL exposure

Responsibilities

• Design and develop production-quality software using C++ and Python
• Develop and optimise ML/DL solutions for detection and classification
• Integrate software with embedded and edge-based hardware
• Take technical solutions from R&D and prototyping through to production
• Optimise software and algorithms for performance and maintainability
• Collaborate with software, embedded, electronics and optics engineering teams
• Test and evaluate solutions with real-world datasets
• Contribute to system architecture, design and code reviews
• Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

Machine Learning

Embedded/Edge Systems

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Applied Physics

Tools

OpenCV

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

C++ Software Engineer – Mid-Level / Senior

Location: Kildare – Hybrid

Type: Permanent

Experience: 5+ years

Key Technologies: C++, Python, Linux, Machine Learning, Embedded/Edge Systems

About the Company

We are working with an established Irish technology company that is continuing to expand its engineering team and invest heavily in AI, Machine Learning and advanced software solutions. The company offers an excellent working environment with a strong technical team, low staff turnover and good opportunities for career progression. This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging products combining software, AI and hardware.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer with 5+ years' commercial development experience and a strong background in C++.

• Strong commercial development experience with C++
• Good programming experience with Python
• Experience developing software within Linux environments
• Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures and software engineering principles
• Exposure to Machine Learning / Deep Learning
• Experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow or similar frameworks is beneficial
• Experience developing reliable, production-quality software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Applied Physics or a related discipline

Responsibilities

• Design and develop production-quality software using C++ and Python
• Develop and optimise Machine Learning / Deep Learning solutions for detection, classification and measurement applications
• Integrate software with embedded and edge-based hardware
• Take technical solutions from R&D and prototyping through to production
• Optimise software and algorithms for performance, reliability and maintainability
• Work closely with software, embedded, electronics and optics engineering teams
• Test and evaluate solutions using real-world datasets
• Contribute to system architecture, technical design and code reviews
• Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation

Nice to Have

• Experience with Computer Vision or image processing
• Knowledge of OpenCV
• Experience with embedded, edge or performance-constrained systems
• Exposure to camera technologies, optics or imaging systems
• Experience with CI/CD, Git and modern software development practices