C++ Developer

Slough Full-Time No home office possible

Exciting Freelance Opportunity with a Leading Broadcast Technology Partner!

We are looking for an experienced C++ Developer for a six-month contract to join an exciting, fast-paced project within the broadcast technology sector. This is a great chance to make an impact and collaborate with a dynamic team working on cutting-edge solutions.

Logistics:

Position: Freelance C++ Developer (Contract)
Duration: 6-Month Contract (Potential for Extension)
Location: Hybrid – 3 Days in Office w/ Flexibility (Tuesdays required for Retrospectives and Sprint Planning)
Languages: English
Start Date: ASAP
Interview Stages: 1 Stage
Day Rate: £(Negotiable & Competitive)

Core Responsibilities:

Work on low-latency, multithreaded applications
Develop and maintain networking protocols including UDP, TCP, and WebSockets
Implement and document RESTful APIs, utilising Swagger for documentation
Interface with third-party devices and write necessary drivers
Collaborate with the team to reduce a backlog of drivers and help cover the period while the team recruits for a permanent hire
Work within a development environment utilising Windows, Visual Studio, Jira, BitBucket, and TeamCity

Essential Skills:

Strong experience in C++, particularly with multithreaded, low-latency applications
Familiar with networking protocols (UDP, TCP, WebSockets)
Experience with Swagger documentation and implementing RESTful APIs
Comfortable with driver writing and interfacing with third-party devices
Familiar with development environments including Windows and Visual Studio
Experience with Jira, BitBucket, and TeamCity
Ability to work in a hybrid setup, with a preference for working in-office on Tuesdays for team collaboration

Desirable Skills:

Knowledge of MFC (Microsoft Foundation Classes)
Prior experience in a similar development role, ideally with exposure to broadcast technology systems

What You Bring: