£80K/yr to £85K/yr
England, United Kingdom
Permanent, Variable

Lead Software Engineer - C++

Posted by Avanti.

Avanti are working with a company based in Reading who are recruiting for a Lead Software Engineer. This role will be based in the office 2 days a week but after you understand the systems there is a little more flexibility on this (though depending on project there may be times you'd need to go in for a period.)

Salary - £85k

The role is to lead the development of a cross-platform, multithreaded application that specifically focuses on interactions between POS platforms, peripheral devices such as printers and scanners and the company cloud platform. This role requires deep expertise in C++ development and a strong understanding of both Windows and Linux operating systems.

The team is currently 3 in the UK and 2 in the US. The role will also involve some client-facing work and on you may be required to travel to the US or Canada on occasion though this is very rare. The role is around 80% hands-on and 20% managerial but this can vary.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, development, and maintenance of the application
  • Support and lead the upgrade of C++ versions
  • Work closely with and on point-of-sale (POS) systems to integrate solutions seamlessly.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
  • Engage with customers to understand their needs and provide on-site support when necessary.
  • Troubleshoot and solve complex software issues, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
  • Work with the product team to develop and implement the technical roadmap for the software

Technical Skills and Experience: (Not all required)

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development with a focus on C++.
  • Proficiency in C++03 and experience with Boost libraries.
  • Proven experience in developing cross-platform, multi-threaded client-server systems.

Desirable

  • Professional experience and good understanding of C++ 11/14/17
  • Experience of working with Java/C# and Python/Ruby/Bash
  • Strong understanding and experience with the Standard Template Library (STL).
  • In-depth knowledge of Windows API and Linux OS.
  • Experience with software development for applications that interact with peripheral devices.
  • Hands-on experience working with point-of-sale systems.
  • Understanding of device drivers and low-level software components.
  • Personal Attributes:
  • Senior or lead engineer level with a proven track record of technical leadership.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
  • Strong customer-facing skills with the ability to understand and respond to customer needs effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical details for non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to support and mentor junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.
  • Willingness to work on customer sites and provide hands-on support as needed.

If you are interested in this Lead role apply now.