Software Engineer C++

SII Services Limited
Storrington and Sullington, United Kingdom
15 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English

Job location

Storrington and Sullington, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Agile Methodologies
JIRA
Automation of Tests
Unit Testing
C++
CMake
Communications Protocols
Continuous Integration
Linux
JSON
Python
Microsoft Office
Scrum
Red Hat Enterprise Linux - RHEL
Secure Coding
Simple Network Management Protocols
Software Engineering
Software Systems
WebSocket
Standard Template Library (STL)

Job description

As a Software Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team responsible for developing software components in accordance with the Software Development Plan and agreed-upon requirements. You will contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of high-quality software solutions., * Deliver fully tested, maintainable software components in line with defined task objectives

  • Contribute to the production of clear and traceable design specifications for new or modified functionality

  • Ensure all development complies with governance, secure coding practices, and design review procedures

  • Report progress to the Software Lead and Software Engineering Delivery Manager, supporting team-level delivery goals

Requirements

  • Strong experience in software development using modern C++ (17 onwards minimum but 20 preferred) and Python

  • Proven capability in the development of test harnesses and the design and implementation of automated tests within CI/CD environments

  • Proven experience with commonly used tools and libraries, including Boost, nlohmann/json, and standard C++ STL components

  • Familiarity with communication protocols such as WebSockets, SNMP, and Serial interfaces

  • Experience working within Linux environments (e.g., RHEL 8.10 or later)

  • Competence in using modern build systems, in particular CMake

  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office for technical documentation and communication

  • Working knowledge of Agile practices such as Scrum, including toolchains like JIRA

  • Experience using unit test frameworks such as GoogleTest integrated into the broader build and delivery workflow

  • Proven experience of developing software with multiple threads in a team environment

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive Basic Salary

  • 6% Employers Contribution + 6% as a salary sacrifice

  • Private Medical Insurance, Life Cover and Income Protection

  • 25 days holiday

  • 10 days full sick pay per year

  • Flexible working

  • Cycle to Work & TechScheme

  • Continuous professional development

  • Corporate access to the Udemy platform, Group Income protection Life Cover Pension Scheme Perks Scheme Private Medical Insurance Referral bonus

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About the company

SII Group delivers Digital Services, IT, Engineering, and Consulting to diverse industries, enabling digital transformation through our commitment to Growth, People, and CSR. With over 16,000 professionals across 21 countries, we're recognised as a "Great Place to Work" for fostering a high-trust culture. Our core values of Trust, Transparency, and Quality drive our work package delivery, ensuring we meet and exceed client expectations as a committed partner. Since 2016, SII UK has supported top Aerospace & Defence, Aviation, Transportation, and Finance clients, empowering digital transformation with industry-leading engineering expertise. Let's Tech Together is our promise to encourage innovation and teamwork. We support our engineers with development opportunities and a collaborative, inclusive environment where every voice is valued and empowered.

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