High Performance Engineer - C++ Network

Robert Walters
Glasgow, UK
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Application Performance Management C++ (Programming Language) Software Debugging Distributed Systems Networking Basics Performance Tuning Software Engineering TCP/IP Load Balancing Linux Development Build Tools

Job description

  • Design, develop and support high-quality C++ libraries in collaboration with global engineering teams.
  • Enhance networking and communications platform capabilities to support application development and performance.
  • Integrate platform libraries with build systems, packaging infrastructure and development environments.
  • Identify technology gaps and implement practical solutions to improve developer productivity, application performance and reliability.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot and enhance existing C++ libraries and platform components to ensure stability and efficiency.
  • Conduct technical investigations, experiments and proof of concept activities to evaluate and implement new technologies and solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional development teams to gather requirements, drive library adoption and promote C++ engineering best practice.

Requirements

  • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, TLS/mTLS, connection management and load balancing.
  • Experience with Linux development, troubleshooting and debugging in production environments.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and technical debugging skills.
  • Knowledge of distributed systems, performance optimisation and platform engineering.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional development teams and support internal stakeholders.

About the company

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Who You Will Work With Our client is a global financial services firm that manages wealth, navigates complex markets, and design strategic financial objectives. The firm provides risk management solutions across a variety of sectors, emphasizing long-term relationships, and innovative approaches to financial challenges.

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