Software Engineer C++ on Linux

Linux Server Software Engineer – C / C++ – Cambridge (Hybrid) Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire (Hybrid working model)
Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary + 25 days holiday + bank holidays, flexible working hours
Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship available

Join a growing and innovative wireless communications company based in Cambridge, where you\’ll take ownership of Linux server-side development for next-generation R&D products. We’re looking for an experienced C / C++ Software Engineer with a strong background in Linux server environments , ideally with experience in real-time communications and web server technologies.

This role is ideal for a software engineer who enjoys working on high-performance Linux servers, designing and building scalable and secure backend systems. Develop and maintain Linux server-side applications using C / C++ (C++17 or later)
Work across a full-stack server environment including PHP, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, and Apache
Customise and optimise Linux environments using tools such as Yocto
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate real-time voice and data systems (SIP, RTP, WebRTC, etc.)

Strong C and C++ programming skills (C++17 or later)
Solid experience in Linux server development
Familiarity with web server environments (Apache, PHP, JavaScript, HTML/CSS)
Background in database design and implementation
Strong knowledge of Linux customisation and networking protocols