Software Engineer - C

Software Engineer - C++ | Leicester

Our client is an established, innovative technology business with over 50 years of heritage developing high-precision measurement and colour science solutions. Their products are exported worldwide and used by some of the world's most recognisable brands. As the product range becomes increasingly software-driven, they are growing their development team and looking for a Software Engineer to join them in Leicester.

The Role

You'll be working within a small team of two, reporting directly to the Head of Software, contributing to the development and maintenance of a growing suite of PC and embedded applications used globally to calibrate and maintain precision measurement equipment.
This is a hands-on role with genuine ownership. You'll be expected to work with a degree of autonomy, bring ideas to the table, and collaborate closely with colleagues across engineering disciplines in an open-plan environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing and maintaining C++ applications across PC and embedded platforms
• Building new software modules and contributing to the full development lifecycle
• Writing and managing automated tests
• Managing source control systems
• Working on projects that ship to global customers worldwide

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Strong C++ skills (C++17 and object-oriented design)
• A degree in Mathematics, Physics or a related technical discipline
• 1-2 years of post-university software development experience (or a strong graduate with demonstrable C++ knowledge)
• Good communication skills and the ability to thrive in a small, multi-disciplinary team

Beneficial (not essential - training available):

• Experience with MFC or Qt frameworks
• Familiarity with OpenCV or image processing
• Knowledge of Boost or STL

The Process

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a technical assessment (approximately 4-5 hours) as part of the hiring process.

Working Hours & Location

• Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm (flexible start between 07:30-08:30)
• Friday: 8:00am-3:00pm
• 5 days on-site at their Leicester office

Benefits

• 22 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 24 days at 5 years, 26 days at 10 years)
• Non-contractual annual bonus: £1,500-£2,000
• Statutory pension (3%)
• Death in service - 4x salary
• Medicash health benefit
• Cycle to Work scheme