Principal Software Engineer - C++ and Rust - is required by highly successful and fast growing technology consultancy. They build data, AI and software solutions for clients in a broad range of industries, working on demanding problems in challenging environments. The role They are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to lead delivery on demanding software projects. This role is focused on C++ and Rust development. This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who wants to stay close to the code. You'll lead a team of 6 to 12 engineers, own delivery end to end, and spend a meaningful share of your time writing code, reviewing designs, and unblocking the team. It's a delivery role, not a strategy role. You'll shape how we build things and how the team grows around you. Responsibilities Lead the delivery of complex software projects Work alongside other leads to set direction for the defence function Stay hands-on: set technical direction, design software and write code, leaning in where needed Mentor engineers across experience levels Plan and estimate delivery, manage technical debt, and make pragmatic trade-offs between speed, quality and long-term maintainability Work directly with clients to shape requirements, manage expectations and build trust Run code and design reviews, set the bar for quality, and hold the team to it Embed strong testing practices in the team's workflow, from unit tests through to integration and acceptance testing What makes a great candidate A track record of technically leading complex software deliveries Excellent programming skills in C++ or Rust Experience of modern end-to-end software engineering workflows, including requirements management, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance Experience integrating AI-assisted tools into development workflows without compromising on quality, security or compliance Experience developing for Linux, ideally with exposure to industrial computing platforms, single-board computers or Real Time environments A leader who enjoys delivery and makes the engineers around them better Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments and making decisions with incomplete information Excellent communicator, equally at home in a code review, a client meeting, or a one-to-one with a junior engineer Strong academic foundations, typically a first-class degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics from a leading university Experience in defence or national security is a strong plus Why join them Work alongside high-calibre colleagues from organisations known for engineering excellence High-impact work on complex problems with direct consequences for clients A flat structure and a small, growing team, where you'll help shape how we work Newcastle base with international exposure across our global office network 25 days' holiday allowance plus bank holidays Matching pension contributions up to 6% Private health insurance through Bupa Discretionary bonus Excellent training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Basic salary £90-130,000 + bonus + excellent benefits Based Newcastle upon Tyne
09/06/2026
Full time
Principal Software Engineer - C++ and Rust - is required by highly successful and fast growing technology consultancy. They build data, AI and software solutions for clients in a broad range of industries, working on demanding problems in challenging environments. The role They are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to lead delivery on demanding software projects. This role is focused on C++ and Rust development. This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who wants to stay close to the code. You'll lead a team of 6 to 12 engineers, own delivery end to end, and spend a meaningful share of your time writing code, reviewing designs, and unblocking the team. It's a delivery role, not a strategy role. You'll shape how we build things and how the team grows around you. Responsibilities Lead the delivery of complex software projects Work alongside other leads to set direction for the defence function Stay hands-on: set technical direction, design software and write code, leaning in where needed Mentor engineers across experience levels Plan and estimate delivery, manage technical debt, and make pragmatic trade-offs between speed, quality and long-term maintainability Work directly with clients to shape requirements, manage expectations and build trust Run code and design reviews, set the bar for quality, and hold the team to it Embed strong testing practices in the team's workflow, from unit tests through to integration and acceptance testing What makes a great candidate A track record of technically leading complex software deliveries Excellent programming skills in C++ or Rust Experience of modern end-to-end software engineering workflows, including requirements management, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance Experience integrating AI-assisted tools into development workflows without compromising on quality, security or compliance Experience developing for Linux, ideally with exposure to industrial computing platforms, single-board computers or Real Time environments A leader who enjoys delivery and makes the engineers around them better Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments and making decisions with incomplete information Excellent communicator, equally at home in a code review, a client meeting, or a one-to-one with a junior engineer Strong academic foundations, typically a first-class degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics from a leading university Experience in defence or national security is a strong plus Why join them Work alongside high-calibre colleagues from organisations known for engineering excellence High-impact work on complex problems with direct consequences for clients A flat structure and a small, growing team, where you'll help shape how we work Newcastle base with international exposure across our global office network 25 days' holiday allowance plus bank holidays Matching pension contributions up to 6% Private health insurance through Bupa Discretionary bonus Excellent training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Basic salary £90-130,000 + bonus + excellent benefits Based Newcastle upon Tyne
Senior Software Engineer - C++ and Rust - is required by highly successful and fast growing technology consultancy. They build data, AI and software solutions for clients in a broad range of industries, working on demanding problems in challenging environments. The role They are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to lead delivery on demanding software projects. This role is focused on C++ and Rust development. This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who wants to stay close to the code. What makes a great candidate A track record of technically leading complex software deliveries Excellent programming skills in C++ or Rust Experience of modern end-to-end software engineering workflows, including requirements management, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance Experience integrating AI-assisted tools into development workflows without compromising on quality, security or compliance Experience developing for Linux, ideally with exposure to industrial computing platforms, single-board computers or Real Time environments Strong academic foundations, typically a first-class degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics from a leading university Experience in defence or national security is a strong plus Why join them Work alongside high-calibre colleagues from organisations known for engineering excellence High-impact work on complex problems with direct consequences for clients A flat structure and a small, growing team, where you'll help shape how we work Newcastle base with international exposure across our global office network 25 days' holiday allowance plus bank holidays Matching pension contributions up to 6% Private health insurance through Bupa Discretionary bonus Excellent training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Basic salary £60-90,000 + bonus + excellent benefits Based Newcastle upon Tyne
05/06/2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer - C++ and Rust - is required by highly successful and fast growing technology consultancy. They build data, AI and software solutions for clients in a broad range of industries, working on demanding problems in challenging environments. The role They are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to lead delivery on demanding software projects. This role is focused on C++ and Rust development. This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who wants to stay close to the code. What makes a great candidate A track record of technically leading complex software deliveries Excellent programming skills in C++ or Rust Experience of modern end-to-end software engineering workflows, including requirements management, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance Experience integrating AI-assisted tools into development workflows without compromising on quality, security or compliance Experience developing for Linux, ideally with exposure to industrial computing platforms, single-board computers or Real Time environments Strong academic foundations, typically a first-class degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics from a leading university Experience in defence or national security is a strong plus Why join them Work alongside high-calibre colleagues from organisations known for engineering excellence High-impact work on complex problems with direct consequences for clients A flat structure and a small, growing team, where you'll help shape how we work Newcastle base with international exposure across our global office network 25 days' holiday allowance plus bank holidays Matching pension contributions up to 6% Private health insurance through Bupa Discretionary bonus Excellent training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Basic salary £60-90,000 + bonus + excellent benefits Based Newcastle upon Tyne
Senior Software Developer - C++ and Rust - is required by highly successful and fast growing technology consultancy. They build data, AI and software solutions for clients in a broad range of industries, working on demanding problems in challenging environments. The role They are looking for a Senior Software Developer to lead delivery on demanding software projects. This role is focused on C++ and Rust development. This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who wants to stay close to the code. What makes a great candidate A track record of technically leading complex software deliveries Excellent programming skills in C++ or Rust Experience of modern end-to-end software engineering workflows, including requirements management, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance Experience integrating AI-assisted tools into development workflows without compromising on quality, security or compliance Experience developing for Linux, ideally with exposure to industrial computing platforms, single-board computers or Real Time environments Strong academic foundations, typically a first-class degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics from a leading university Experience in defence or national security is a strong plus Why join them Work alongside high-calibre colleagues from organisations known for engineering excellence High-impact work on complex problems with direct consequences for clients A flat structure and a small, growing team, where you'll help shape how we work Newcastle base with international exposure across our global office network 25 days' holiday allowance plus bank holidays Matching pension contributions up to 6% Private health insurance through Bupa Discretionary bonus Excellent training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Basic salary £60-90,000 + bonus + excellent benefits Based Newcastle upon Tyne
05/06/2026
Full time
Senior Software Developer - C++ and Rust - is required by highly successful and fast growing technology consultancy. They build data, AI and software solutions for clients in a broad range of industries, working on demanding problems in challenging environments. The role They are looking for a Senior Software Developer to lead delivery on demanding software projects. This role is focused on C++ and Rust development. This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who wants to stay close to the code. What makes a great candidate A track record of technically leading complex software deliveries Excellent programming skills in C++ or Rust Experience of modern end-to-end software engineering workflows, including requirements management, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance Experience integrating AI-assisted tools into development workflows without compromising on quality, security or compliance Experience developing for Linux, ideally with exposure to industrial computing platforms, single-board computers or Real Time environments Strong academic foundations, typically a first-class degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics from a leading university Experience in defence or national security is a strong plus Why join them Work alongside high-calibre colleagues from organisations known for engineering excellence High-impact work on complex problems with direct consequences for clients A flat structure and a small, growing team, where you'll help shape how we work Newcastle base with international exposure across our global office network 25 days' holiday allowance plus bank holidays Matching pension contributions up to 6% Private health insurance through Bupa Discretionary bonus Excellent training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Basic salary £60-90,000 + bonus + excellent benefits Based Newcastle upon Tyne
Principal Software Developer - C++ and Rust - is required by highly successful and fast growing technology consultancy. They build data, AI and software solutions for clients in a broad range of industries, working on demanding problems in challenging environments. The role They are looking for a Principal Software Developer to lead delivery on demanding software projects. This role is focused on C++ and Rust development. This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who wants to stay close to the code. You'll lead a team of 6 to 12 engineers, own delivery end to end, and spend a meaningful share of your time writing code, reviewing designs, and unblocking the team. It's a delivery role, not a strategy role. You'll shape how we build things and how the team grows around you. Responsibilities Lead the delivery of complex software projects Work alongside other leads to set direction for the defence function Stay hands-on: set technical direction, design software and write code, leaning in where needed Mentor engineers across experience levels Plan and estimate delivery, manage technical debt, and make pragmatic trade-offs between speed, quality and long-term maintainability Work directly with clients to shape requirements, manage expectations and build trust Run code and design reviews, set the bar for quality, and hold the team to it Embed strong testing practices in the team's workflow, from unit tests through to integration and acceptance testing What makes a great candidate A track record of technically leading complex software deliveries Excellent programming skills in C++ or Rust Experience of modern end-to-end software engineering workflows, including requirements management, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance Experience integrating AI-assisted tools into development workflows without compromising on quality, security or compliance Experience developing for Linux, ideally with exposure to industrial computing platforms, single-board computers or Real Time environments A leader who enjoys delivery and makes the engineers around them better Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments and making decisions with incomplete information Excellent communicator, equally at home in a code review, a client meeting, or a one-to-one with a junior engineer Strong academic foundations, typically a first-class degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics from a leading university Experience in defence or national security is a strong plus Why join them Work alongside high-calibre colleagues from organisations known for engineering excellence High-impact work on complex problems with direct consequences for clients A flat structure and a small, growing team, where you'll help shape how we work Newcastle base with international exposure across our global office network 25 days' holiday allowance plus bank holidays Matching pension contributions up to 6% Private health insurance through Bupa Discretionary bonus Excellent training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Basic salary £90-130,000 + bonus + excellent benefits Based Newcastle upon Tyne
05/06/2026
Full time
Principal Software Developer - C++ and Rust - is required by highly successful and fast growing technology consultancy. They build data, AI and software solutions for clients in a broad range of industries, working on demanding problems in challenging environments. The role They are looking for a Principal Software Developer to lead delivery on demanding software projects. This role is focused on C++ and Rust development. This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who wants to stay close to the code. You'll lead a team of 6 to 12 engineers, own delivery end to end, and spend a meaningful share of your time writing code, reviewing designs, and unblocking the team. It's a delivery role, not a strategy role. You'll shape how we build things and how the team grows around you. Responsibilities Lead the delivery of complex software projects Work alongside other leads to set direction for the defence function Stay hands-on: set technical direction, design software and write code, leaning in where needed Mentor engineers across experience levels Plan and estimate delivery, manage technical debt, and make pragmatic trade-offs between speed, quality and long-term maintainability Work directly with clients to shape requirements, manage expectations and build trust Run code and design reviews, set the bar for quality, and hold the team to it Embed strong testing practices in the team's workflow, from unit tests through to integration and acceptance testing What makes a great candidate A track record of technically leading complex software deliveries Excellent programming skills in C++ or Rust Experience of modern end-to-end software engineering workflows, including requirements management, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance Experience integrating AI-assisted tools into development workflows without compromising on quality, security or compliance Experience developing for Linux, ideally with exposure to industrial computing platforms, single-board computers or Real Time environments A leader who enjoys delivery and makes the engineers around them better Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments and making decisions with incomplete information Excellent communicator, equally at home in a code review, a client meeting, or a one-to-one with a junior engineer Strong academic foundations, typically a first-class degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics from a leading university Experience in defence or national security is a strong plus Why join them Work alongside high-calibre colleagues from organisations known for engineering excellence High-impact work on complex problems with direct consequences for clients A flat structure and a small, growing team, where you'll help shape how we work Newcastle base with international exposure across our global office network 25 days' holiday allowance plus bank holidays Matching pension contributions up to 6% Private health insurance through Bupa Discretionary bonus Excellent training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Basic salary £90-130,000 + bonus + excellent benefits Based Newcastle upon Tyne
RPG Analyst Programmer - opportunity to cross train into .NET - based remotely with occasional visits to Chorley (Lancashire). RPG Analyst Programmer is required by fast growing, industry leading and international organisation. You will need skills in AS400/i-Series, RPG400, RPG ILE, Free Format RPG, ERP and SQL. This organisation has exciting and long term growth plans and you can expect to be cross trained into .NET. The development team is made up of talented RPG industry experienced Developers and .NET Developers, who thrive on taking the company's systems and development to the next level. You will a minimum of 3 years full life cycle development experience under their belt, who wants to join an established, stable and RPG-committed work environment. Essential skills You will need to have a minimum of 3 years solid full life cycle skills in RPG400/ILE/Free Format RPG, preferably gained from within an end-user environment ideally covering: Full development life cycle expertise Able to communicate at all levels Work unsupervised, prioritising work based on business impact Software troubleshooting experience Experience in ERP development and software integration Full development life cycle: RPG from System36 to LE ERP development and integration Interfacing to existing processes CL Scripting, screen design and reports SQL and DB2/400 data manipulation techniques IP, sockets and other communication protocols Creation of software specification Data, program and process testing Able to adapt and use new technologies Excellent training (in. NET development) and career opportunities exist for the right candidate. Based remotely with occasional visits to Chorley (Lancashire) £40-50,000 + excellent benefits
05/11/2021
Full time
RPG Analyst Programmer - opportunity to cross train into .NET - based remotely with occasional visits to Chorley (Lancashire). RPG Analyst Programmer is required by fast growing, industry leading and international organisation. You will need skills in AS400/i-Series, RPG400, RPG ILE, Free Format RPG, ERP and SQL. This organisation has exciting and long term growth plans and you can expect to be cross trained into .NET. The development team is made up of talented RPG industry experienced Developers and .NET Developers, who thrive on taking the company's systems and development to the next level. You will a minimum of 3 years full life cycle development experience under their belt, who wants to join an established, stable and RPG-committed work environment. Essential skills You will need to have a minimum of 3 years solid full life cycle skills in RPG400/ILE/Free Format RPG, preferably gained from within an end-user environment ideally covering: Full development life cycle expertise Able to communicate at all levels Work unsupervised, prioritising work based on business impact Software troubleshooting experience Experience in ERP development and software integration Full development life cycle: RPG from System36 to LE ERP development and integration Interfacing to existing processes CL Scripting, screen design and reports SQL and DB2/400 data manipulation techniques IP, sockets and other communication protocols Creation of software specification Data, program and process testing Able to adapt and use new technologies Excellent training (in. NET development) and career opportunities exist for the right candidate. Based remotely with occasional visits to Chorley (Lancashire) £40-50,000 + excellent benefits