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Senior Software Engineer

Platform Recruitment LimitedCambridge, Cambridgeshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 11 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Senior Software Engineer role offers an exceptional opportunity to build cutting-edge, ultra-low-latency trading systems from the ground up, with significant career growth potential and a highly competitive salary of up to £250,000. You'll thrive here if you possess a holistic approach to problem-solving, deep systems and Linux knowledge, and a passion for concurrent programming, all within a hybrid work model that blends focused development with team collaboration. Don't miss out on the chance to make a substantial impact in this greenfield environment.

Quick Overview

Salary
£250k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Senior Software Engineer - £75,000 (DoE)


Title: Senior Software Engineer (C++)

Client: Graphics Tech

Location: Cambridge

Salary: Up to £75,000 (DoE)


This is an opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join a small team leading a niche within the graphics-tech industry. You will be an incredibly significant hire for the team, spearheading the modernisation of their development practices and test-driven development.


The role:


  • Write high-performance C++ code
  • Opportunity for GPU research
  • Establish test-driven development best practices
  • Highly communicative, collaborative culture
  • Rapid prototyping and greenfield development


Requirements:


  • Computer Science or related degree (not required if experience is strong)
  • Specialism in C++
  • This is not an embedded role, however it would be useful if you have an understanding of resource-constrained development
  • 4 years+ in commercial C++ development
  • Interest in graphics tech
  • Enthusiasm for well-jelled teams


If you are interested learning more, please get in touch for more information or a confidential chat.


Skills

C++

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