About Skillfield 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 Codebase Stabilisation & Enhancement · 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. Collaboration & Best Practices · 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.