Software Developer / Software Engineer - C++

Salary: £17,500 - 35,000 per year

Requirements:

• Valid SC security clearance at the time of application.
• Approximately 5 years of commercial software development experience using C++ with some Java, ideally within Linux-based environments.
• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience investigating, diagnosing and improving software performance within Linux environments.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, design patterns and object-oriented programming.
• Background in developing enterprise-level backend applications, APIs and distributed systems.
• Understanding of multithreading and concurrent application development.
• Knowledge of software debugging and diagnostic techniques.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment and with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with Docker and application containerisation.
• Understanding of Git and version control, and CI/CD technologies such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD or Azure DevOps.

Responsibilities:

• Designing, developing and maintaining backend applications using C++ and Java within Linux environments.
• Leading the technical development of software components, services and APIs.
• Producing reliable, scalable and maintainable code with a strong focus on performance and security.
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior and mid-level developers.
• Contributing to software architecture, technical decisions and development roadmaps.
• Reviewing code and promoting consistent engineering standards and development practices.
• Diagnosing and resolving complex software issues, including problems involving third-party dependencies and customer libraries.
• Building and supporting RESTful APIs, microservices and distributed applications.
• Using static analysis, profiling and debugging tools to improve software quality and performance.
• Containerising applications with Docker to support deployment and scalability.
• Contributing to CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.

Technologies:

• Azure
• Backend
• CI/CD
• DevSecOps
• DevOps
• Docker
• Git
• GitLab
• Support
• Java
• Jenkins
• Linux
• NoSQL
• Security
• microservices
• Cloud
• C++

More:

We are an innovative technology organisation delivering complex software solutions for customers across a specialist technical environment. This role offers up to £78,000, with a relocation package considered for the right candidate, plus benefits including 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, healthcare coverage, a Cycle to Work scheme, a company electric vehicle scheme, company pension contributions, dedicated training and development support, and opportunities for continued career progression. This is an excellent opportunity for a Software Developer looking for a technically challenging role and the chance to further their career.

last updated 34 week of 2026