About this role
Salary: £136,500 - 143,000 per year
Requirements: Extensive commercial experience developing C++, including modern C++ (C++17/20)Strong Windows development experience using Visual StudioProven debugging and troubleshooting skills with large, complex, or legacy codebasesSolid understanding of software design patterns and good engineering practicesMFC, Win32, or C++/CLI experience is desirableC#/.NET (WinForms) experience is desirableHardware, instrument, or motion control software experience is desirableExperience with Git, Azure DevOps, or similar tools is desirableA background in scientific instruments, test and measurement, medical devices, semiconductor equipment, or a similar field is desirableAble to work onsite in the Cambridge area at least 2–3 days per week Responsibilities: Investigate, debug, and resolve issues across a large existing C++ codebase, including hardware control and user interface codeMaintain and improve existing functionality to keep the software robust and reliableWork with applications specialists and engineering colleagues to diagnose and resolve customer and system issuesMaintain software documentation, change control, and version tracking standardsWork in an Agile environment using Visual Studio, Git, and Azure DevOps Technologies: AzureC#DevOpsGitHardwareVisual StudioWindowsASP.NETCloudC++ More:
We are seeking an experienced Contract C++ Software Engineer to join a multi-site engineering team supporting complex, high-precision scientific instrument control software on Windows. This is an initial six-month contract with potential to extend, offering a day rate of £525–£550; the contract has been determined as inside IR35. Hybrid working is required, with at least 2–3 days per week onsite in the Cambridge area. Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ripple Recruitment is acting as the employment agency for this vacancy.
last updated 42 week of 2026