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The role of the C, C++ developer: ensure programming in C and C++ languages within a company. If involved at the end of the design phase, their mission includes testing to validate the quality and relevance of products. Autonomous and free in their implementation choices, they have the opportunity to work in a wide variety of sectors given the popularity of C and C++ languages. Digital service companies and large IT user companies are sectors that particularly value them. They can also work as a freelancer to multiply experiences and sectors. This developer can easily progress to technical project manager positions, or transition into systems administration by deepening their skills in Unix scripting languages and JavaScript.

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Java Full Stack Developer

LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
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6 months
Beith, Scotland, United Kingdom

Java Full Stack Developer 6 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid/Glasgow. Maximum of 3-5 days onsite p/w. Rate: £Market rates p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a number of Java Full Stack Developer's to join the team. As a Java full stack Lead Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in an agile team, focusing on the enhancement, construction, and delivery of top-tier technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable manner. Key Responsibilities: * Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems * Develops secure and high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others * Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems * Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies * Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect * Provide guidance through leading, mentoring and coaching a team of software engineers Key Skills & Experience: * Hands on Practical experience in System Design, Application Development, Testing and operation Stability * Experience in developing, debugging and maintaining with the technologies and frameworks such as Java, J2EE, Microservices, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Angular, JavaScript and Rest API * Exposure Database Server such as Oracle and NoSql Database such as Cassandra. * Knowledge in Database ORM Frameworks such as Hibernate and JPA. * Hands on Experience in Microservices to run any Cloud Platforms preferably AWS. * Knowledge in Containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes * Experience across the whole software development life cycle * Exposure to agile methodologies and CI/CD, Application Resiliency and Security * Experience in Testing frameworks such as Junit, Mockito and Cucumber for Unit Testing and Automation Testing Good to have: * Familiar with AWS via hands on experience or certification * Familiarity with orchestration tools like Airflow * Familiarity with BASEL regulatory reporting framework * Familiarity with engineering in a regulatory controlled environment This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

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Business Development Director

CGI
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Scotland, United Kingdom

At CGI, we empower our people to shape the future of industries by building lasting partnerships and delivering meaningful change. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in expanding our presence across Scotland’s Local Government sector, forging strong networks, and driving long-term opportunities that help councils deliver more efficient, citizen-focused services. You will be at the forefront of building new relationships, working alongside a collaborative team, and contributing to innovative strategies that strengthen CGI’s role as a trusted partner in public service transformation. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Ideally you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. Whilst this is a hybrid position there is an expectation that you will need to travel around Scotland to visit clients and CGI Offices.

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SME/Software Team Leader

BAE Systems
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£55,498-56,498
Prestwick, Scotland, United Kingdom

Job Title: SME/Software Team Leader Location: Prestwick - Onsite Salary: £55,498+ depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing Completion of allocated software requirements, detailed design and implementation. Testing of completed functionality, both at desktop and target hardware level. Generation of software level safety requirements and hazard analysis, supporting system certification. Accurately reporting on progress and providing feedback to team members and leadership. Supporting System Test and Integration Activities. Production of appropriate technical documentation, documenting traceability between design, code and test results. Participation in peer reviews of own and others' work products. Robust configuration of completed work. Management of a team of software engineers, supporting and promoting professional development. Helping to define software development strategy within the wider team, discharging workload to ensure delivery to programme, quality and cost Your skills and experiences Essential: A demonstrated STEM degree in a relevant subject e.g. Software Engineering. Expert knowledge of the software engineering lifecycle with a solid foundation in one of Ada/C/C++/C# Practical experience of developing embedded software We are seeking experienced capable software engineers with a proven track record of delivering complex software integration programmes and products with experience of delivering to schedule and cost Experience of managing a team is essential One or more of the following key skills: - Hardware software integration in a real time embedded environment. - DO-178, Multi Core Processors and other industry standards. - Toolset and process specialists. - Experienced software team leaders with experience of delivering change programmes - Experience in HMI design and graphics Software eg VAPS Desirable Avionics/Mission systems domain knowledge Use of Jira to manage software tasks or any other task management system General Military aircraft domain knowledge and interest Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Typhoon Displays & Controls Software Team Would you like to write software for the UK's frontline Eurofighter Typhoon? We currently have a number of vacancies for Software SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) Software Team Leaders at our site in Prestwick. In this role you will be working on world beating aircraft products, creating cutting edge software for our hardware systems and be involved in the entire lifecycle of a product, from design and development to integration. Working closely with systems and test engineers, you will enable the development of complex real-world systems that have to perform perfectly every time, as they will be used in real world combat. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 17th September, 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-JE1 #LI-Onsite

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Senior Software Engineer

BAE Systems
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£40,098-41,098
Prestwick, Scotland, United Kingdom

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer Location: Prestwick - Onsite What you'll be doing Completion of allocated software requirements, detailed design and implementation. Testing of completed functionality, both at desktop and target hardware level. Generation of software level safety requirements and hazard analysis, supporting system certification. Accurately reporting on progress and providing feedback to team members and leadership. Supporting System Test and Integration Activities. Production of appropriate technical documentation, documenting traceability between design, code and test results. Participation in peer reviews of own and others' work products. Robust configuration of completed work. Use of extensive domain knowledge to troubleshoot issues efficiently, and embed technical and process improvements. Securing a formal software technical authority delegation, in order to authorise design and certification artefacts Your skills and experiences Essential: Degree or equivalent in Software Engineering/Computer Science. Excellent Software Engineering skills, with a solid foundation in one of C/C++/C#/Ada Practical experience of developing embedded software Demonstrated understanding of the full software development lifecycle One or more of the following key skills: - Experience of requirements capture and traceability e.g. DOORS - Experience of Software designs using an appropriate design tool/methodology e.g. UML, Artisan, Statemate, Rhapsody etc. - Programming in high level programming languages and experience of related software development environments e.g. GPS (GNAT), Greenhills AdaMulti - Scripting languages such as MATLAB or Python - Experience developing software test solutions with a view to providing formal qualification evidence to customers. - Experience in HMI design and graphics Software eg VAPS Desirable Avionics/Mission systems domain knowledge Use of Jira to manage software tasks or any other task management system General Military aircraft domain knowledge and interest Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Typhoon Displays & Controls Software Team Would you like to write software for the UK's frontline Eurofighter Typhoon? We currently have a number of vacancies for Senior Software Engineers at our site in Prestwick. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be working on world beating aircraft products, creating cutting edge software for our hardware systems and be involved in the entire lifecycle of a product, from design and development to integration. Working closely with systems and test engineers, you will enable the development of complex real-world Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 17th September, 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Frequently asked questions about working as a C, C++ Developer

What is the role of a C, C++ Developer

The C++ developer uses this specific computer language to find ad hoc solutions to their clients' needs. Widely used in the market, this programming language is a skill highly sought after by recruiters.

How much does a C, C++ Developer charge

On average, a C++ expert charges 390 euros per day in the provinces, and 420 euros in the Paris region. The average annual salary for a C, C++ developer is £30K.

What is the definition of a C, C++ Developer

The role of the C++ freelancer is to produce clean and rigorous code, ensuring the performance and quality of the developed program. They participate downstream of the design phase, and their mission continues until the tests validating the quality and relevance of the produced programs.

What type of mission can a C, C++ Developer handle

The C, C++ developer masters the algorithmic and syntactic subtleties of the object-oriented language, to be able to select the best implementation solutions and successfully carry out the assigned mission. The sectors that welcome C++ freelancers are very diverse: banking sector, software development, ticketing, video games...

What are the main skills of a C, C++ Developer

Often, the C++ expert has comprehensive skills and also masters the syntax of control structures in PHP, Java and JavaScript, derived from C/C++. He will therefore be able to participate in projects using languages similar to his first language.

What is the ideal profile for a C, C++ Developer

The C++ expert must have: - excellent interpersonal skills, as they collaborate daily with many profiles: product owners, project managers, freelance developers; - good stress resistance, planning with often intense phases close to contractual deadlines
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