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Software Developer

Summary

Develops high-performance C++ applications for Linux environments, focusing on debugging, networking, and CI/CD pipelines to build secure, mission-critical software for government programs.

Salary: £55,000 - 95,000 per year

Requirements:
  • Commercial experience developing software in C++ (approximately 18 months or more)
  • Strong Linux development experience
  • Experience debugging software and working with tools such as Valgrind
  • Good understanding of networking concepts and analysing network traffic and protocols
  • Knowledge of HTML, CSS, Bootstrap and JavaScript
  • Experience using Docker
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins
  • Experience using Git for version control
  • Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent commercial experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • A proactive approach to learning and continuous improvement
  • Willingness to travel when required
  • Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security, quality and professionalism
Responsibilities:
  • Designing, developing and maintaining high-performance C++ applications for Linux environments
  • Producing clean, maintainable and well-tested code with a focus on performance and reliability
  • Using static analysis, profiling and debugging tools to improve software quality
  • Investigating and resolving software defects, including third-party library and dependency issues
  • Containerising applications using Docker
  • Supporting CI/CD pipelines and automated software delivery
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver technical solutions that meet customer requirements
  • Participating in code reviews and following engineering best practices
  • Using Git-based version control platforms to support collaborative development
Technologies:
  • Bootstrap
  • CI/CD
  • CSS
  • Docker
  • Git
  • Support
  • JavaScript
  • Jenkins
  • Linux
  • Network
  • Security
  • C++

More:

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Software Developer to join a specialist engineering team delivering innovative software solutions within a highly secure environment. This is a full-time onsite role in South West England, with a salary of £43,000 to £60,000. You will work on Linux-based systems supporting mission-critical programmes, using modern development practices to build secure, high-quality software. The role requires active UKIC DV clearance.

last updated 33 week of 2026

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