Junior Software Engineer
Haystack
Cambridge, United Kingdom
17 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
Junior Compensation
£ 32KJob location
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Tech stack
C++
Software Debugging
Linux
Open Source Technology
Information Technology
Job description
Are you an early-career C++ developer looking to grow your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment?, This leading multinational organisation is seeking a Junior C++ Software Engineer to join its Cambridge team, developing and maintaining high-performance, low-level software used by clients around the world.
You'll be involved across the full development lifecycle-from initial design and prototyping to testing, optimisation, and support-while gaining exposure to advanced debugging and performance tools.
What You'll Do
- Develop and maintain performant, reliable C++ software used globally.
- Work across all stages of development, from design through deployment.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers in a caring, technically driven environment.
- Learn to use commercial-grade optimisation, debugging, and Linux scripting tools.
- Continuously build your technical expertise and mentor future team members.
Requirements
- A strong academic background (1st or 2:1) in Computer Science or a related field from a top university (Russell Group or equivalent).
- Proven skills in C++-either through commercial experience, open-source contributions, a university project, or a long-term personal project.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural, multinational environment.
- Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK.
Benefits & conditions
- Salary: £30,000 - £40,000
- Hybrid working (2-3 days per week from home).
- Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, bonus scheme, and ongoing professional development.
- Opportunities for travel and secondments across Europe, North America, and Asia.
- Supportive team culture with long-term career growth.