Principal C++/Qt Software Engineer

PRINCIPAL C++/QT SOFTWARE ENGINEER
12 MONTHS CONTRACT HYBRID WORKING
HAMPSHIRE
£400/DAY OUTSIDE IR35

Principal C++/Qt Software Engineer is required to work for a leading engineering organisation on a long-term programme developing advanced software solutions for Embedded Linux platforms. They specialise in delivering high-performance solutions for complex, safety-critical environments across sectors such as defence, aerospace, and industrial technology.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the design and delivery of complex software systems while mentoring engineers and shaping technical direction within an Agile/SAFe environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development and delivery of high-quality software using modern C++ and Qt on Embedded Linux platforms.
• Provide technical leadership through architecture, code reviews, mentoring and engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with Product Managers and multidisciplinary teams to support backlog refinement, estimation and Agile/SAFe delivery.

Essential Requirements:

• 10+ years' commercial experience in software test design, execution, and automation using modern C++ and Qt on Embedded Linux platforms.
• Extensive hands-on experience developing automated test scripts using Python.
• Strong experience with Squish or comparable GUI test automation frameworks.
• Strong understanding of Agile/SAFe methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software engineering practices.

P. S: Company cannot provide visa sponsorship, so only candidates residing in UK and with the existing right to work will be considered for the role.
If you have the technical expertise and leadership experience to drive automated testing excellence, we'd be keen to hear from you; please share your updated CV.

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