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Skillfield is a specialist technology consultancy operating at the intersection of cyber, data, and AI.
We partner with enterprise clients to protect, transform, and empower their organisations with forward-thinking solutions.
Our reputation is built on outcomes, not effort.
The Opportunity
Contract - 12 months, with potential for extension
We're seeking a Senior C++ Developer with strong systems-level experience to join our engineering team.
This role is pivotal in maintaining and enhancing a complex codebase, resolving existing issues, and architecting new modules that support evolving business needs.
This is an ideal opportunity for a developer who thrives on debugging intricate systems, writing clean and performant code, and contributing to scalable software design.
What You'll Do
Investigate and resolve existing bugs and performance bottlenecks in a large-scale C++ system.
Refactor legacy components to improve maintainability and reliability.
Ensure code quality through rigorous testing and documentation.
Module Design & Development
Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement new software modules.
Translate technical requirements into robust, production-ready C++ implementations.
Integrate new features seamlessly into existing architecture.
Work closely with architects, DevOps, and product teams to align on technical goals.
Apply modern C++ standards and best practices (C++17/20) to ensure code efficiency and safety.
Contribute to continuous improvement of development workflows and system observability.
What You'll Bring
Proven experience in C++ development for production systems.
Strong understanding of memory management, multithreading, and performance tuning.
Experience debugging complex systems and resolving critical issues.
Familiarity with modern C++ standards and STL.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Experience working in microservices or modular architectures is a plus.
Additional Requirements
Successful candidates will be required to sign a general NDA and, where applicable, per-project NDAs.
Why Join Skillfield?
Be part of a team solving real-world, high-impact engineering challenges.
Join a culture that values technical excellence, autonomy, and shared success.
Enjoy flexibility, support, and performance-based recognition.
Ready to make a measurable impact?
Apply now and help us deliver impact that matters.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Information Technology and Consulting
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Salary
A$100,******-A$110,******
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