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Senior C++ Engineer

Randstad Technologies RecruitmentFarringdon, Central London🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 14 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Remote
Schedule
Temporary/Casual
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior C++ Engineer to join a newly forming, elite engineering squad tasked with modernizing the core cross-platform networking stack for one of the world's largest streaming tech ecosystems. The Gig at a Glance Role: Senior C++ Engineer (Mobile Infrastructure) Term:

Contract until year-end (with strong potential for extension) Location: 100% Remote Tech Stack: C++, iOS, Android, HTTP/2+, WebSockets, Custom Shared Libraries ️ What You'll Actually Do This isn't your standard mobile feature-building role.

You will sit squarely at the boundary of client platforms and backend infrastructure to: Modernize the Stack: Refactor and modularize a highly mature, business-critical C++ core shared library across iOS and Android layers. Evolve Protocols: Shape client-server contracts, handle network state detection, and optimize real-time messaging systems.

Enhance Observability: Build deep telemetry and metrics to diagnose latency and performance anomalies across the full client-to-backend path. Kill Legacy Code: Gracefully sunset legacy networking components without interrupting the user experience for hundreds of millions of clients. Who You Are An Expert in C++:

You have 5+ years of infrastructure or mobile engineering experience, with a heavy focus on production-grade C++. A Mobile Native: You can effortlessly navigate large, multi-platform codebases (Android/iOS) and know how to ship robust SDKs. A Networking Nerd:

Deep knowledge of HTTP/2+, WebSockets, retries/backoff, and handling offline resilience is second nature to you. A Technical Leader: You love setting engineering norms, conducting design reviews, and guiding a newly forming team toward architectural excellence. Ready to Keep the World Connected?

Apply now to shape the future architecture of a world-class networking stack. Apply ASAP or share your CV to (url removed) Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Skills

C++
HTTP
iOS
Android

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