Senior Software Engineer

Job description

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer, C++

About the Role:

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in modern C++ to join their team. The successful candidate will work on high-performance, reliable backend systems that are undergoing a major technical transformation. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative products used in critical, real-time environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain software components in C++ for high-availability, real-time systems
• Build and enhance APIs and services for configuration, monitoring, and device control
• Contribute to system architecture, code reviews, and technical documentation
• Work effectively in multithreaded environments to deliver robust software
• Participate in Agile development processes and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience with modern C++ development
• Expertise in multithreaded and high-performance system design
• Familiarity with Linux and/or Windows development environments
• Experience with network programming and communication protocols
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in Agile teams with CI/CD pipelines

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of real-time or media-related systems
• Experience with RESTful APIs, WebSockets, or cloud-native architectures
• Familiarity with test-driven development and automated testing frameworks

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals
• Focus on delivering high-quality, maintainable solutions
• Interest in long-term growth within a dynamic, innovative company

Why Apply:

This is a chance to work on technically challenging systems that have real-world impact, contributing to the development of innovative products while advancing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Reading

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English