Nigel Wright Group
Senior Software Engineer (C++/Linux)
Senior Software Engineer (C++/Linux) at Nigel Wright Group, based in Prudhoe, North East England, paying £55,000 - £65,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £55,000 - £65,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Prudhoe, North East England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Software Developer
17% below the typical rate for software developer
Reference 57440795
About the role
We're looking for an experienced software engineer to join a growing technology company developing software for specialist products used in highly demanding environments.
This is an application development role, focused on building robust C++ applications that run on Linux-based embedded platforms. It's not a firmware or electronics position, so we're looking for someone who enjoys developing software close to the hardware, without spending their days writing device drivers or low-level firmware.
Role
- Developing and enhancing applications written in C++
- Building software for Linux-based embedded and edge devices
- Working on performance-critical systems where efficiency and reliability matter
- Contributing to software architecture and technical decision-making
- Collaborating with a small team of experienced engineers to deliver high-quality products
Person
We're keen to speak with engineers who have experience in:
- Modern C++ development
- Linux application development
- Embedded Linux environments
- Software performance optimisation and memory management
- TCP/IP networking and communications protocols
- Developing software that interacts with hardware or runs on embedded devices
You'll be someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and takes pride in writing clean, well-engineered code.
Security Clearance RequirementsDue to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).
To be considered, you'll typically need:
- A minimum of 5 years' residency in the UK
- A clear and consistent employment and address history during that period
- To hold one of the following:
- A British passport, or
- Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), or
- A valid UK residency status that supports SC clearance eligibility
If you've built your career around C++ and Linux application development, and you're looking for a role where your software runs on real-world devices rather than in the cloud, I'd love to hear from you.
Reference: 57440795 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 20 Nov 2026 · Listed via Nigel Wright Group
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