Senior Software Engineer (Real-Time Communications Platform)
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Job description
While primarily remote, this role requires occasional visits to the Bristol office or London.
Requirements
We are looking for a Senior Engineer working on a large-scale real-time communications platform. Focus on C++ services, networking, and system reliability. Practical experience in VoIP or PBX systems is desirable. What you will be doing:Design, develop, and maintain C++ (C++17+) servicesImplement and troubleshoot networking and real-time communication flowsDebug complex issues (core dumps, concurrency, performance)Work within and evolve a large, existing codebaseCollaborate with QA and product on behaviour and edge casesParticipate in code reviews and engineering best practicesContribute within Agile processes (Scrum, Jira) What you will bring to the role:Strong C++ (C++17 minimum), STLSolid networking fundamentals (TCP/UDP, sockets)Experience with multithreaded/concurrent systemsStrong debugging skills (gdb, core dumps)Linux development experienceAbility to understand and maintain complex, legacy systemsExperience with Agile and Jira/Atlassian tools Bonus SkillsPractical experience in VoIP or PBX systemsVoIP protocols: SIP, RTP/RTCP, SDP, WebRTCTelephony/PBX systems: call routing, hunt groups, call park/pickup, feature interaction and state handlingBoost (especially Boost.Asio)GitHub (PR workflows, code reviews)AI-assisted development tools (coding, debugging, analysis)Kubernetes / containerised environmentsFreeSWITCHNetwork analysis tools (Wireshark, tcpdump)Performance profiling and optimisationScripting or Python Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal OpportunityWe hire, promote, and compensate employees based on their ability to perform their job responsibilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, citizenship, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable law (collectively referred to in our Code of Conduct as "Protected Classes"). We do not tolerate employment discrimination in the workplace, and we are committed to making reasonable accommodations for identified disabilities or other limitations as required by all applicable laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.