SOFTWARE ENGINEER - C++ - LONDON (REMOTE)

£40,000 - £50,000 | Remote or Hybrid(UK-based)| Cybersecurity Scale-Up

A fast-growing cybersecurity company is seeking Software Engineers with strong C++ fundamentals to join their technical team.

The Role:

• Develop high-performance C++ systems for cybersecurity applications
• Work on technically challenging problems requiring deep CS fundamentals
• Build solutions from first principles rather than framework-dependent approaches
• Collaborate with a technically excellent team on systems-level programming
• Contribute to architecture and design decisions

Essential Requirements:

• UK Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or similar technical discipline (UK Master’s acceptable if Bachelor’s from overseas)
• Strong C++ programming experience (commercial or substantial personal projects)
• Deep understanding of networking fundamentals, operating systems, and systems architecture
• Evidence of building things from first principles (not just using frameworks)
• Demonstrable passion for technology through personal projects, open source, or continuous learning outside work hours

Desirable:

• Experience with systems programming (networking protocols, TCP/IP, multithreading, memory management)
• Low-level programming experience (embedded systems, device drivers, bare-metal)
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments
• Understanding of security principles
• OpenGL, real-time systems, or performance optimization experience

Company Culture:

• Graduate-focused team composed almost entirely of recent graduates
• Values technical depth and computer science fundamentals over impressive credentials
• Looking for moldable candidates who demonstrate genuine technical curiosity
• Rigorous technical interviews testing fundamental knowledge (networking, OS internals, systems programming)

Location:

• Remote based with hybrid/remote working options available in London