Software Engineer

We are looking for a number of capable and motivated Software Engineers to join our team in Cheadle. You will work on a diverse range of projects across complex engineering environments, contributing to the design and development of high-quality software systems.

This role is suited to software engineers with experience in C++ development and an interest in areas such as embedded systems, testing, algorithms, or signal processing. You will have the opportunity to work across the full software development lifecycle in a collaborative and technically challenging environment.

• Design, develop, and maintain software solutions using modern C++ (C++11/14/17 or later)
• Contribute across the full software lifecycle: requirements, design, implementation, testing, and deployment
• Develop software for a range of platforms, including Linux and embedded systems
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices
• Debug, test, and optimise software to ensure performance and reliability
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including systems, hardware, and test engineers
• Contribute to code reviews and continuous improvement of engineering practices
• Support integration and system-level activities
• Work within Agile development environments and CI/CD pipelines

• Strong proficiency in C++ (essential), with good understanding of modern standards
• Experience developing software on Linux or similar operating systems
• Understanding of core software engineering principles (OOP, design patterns, modularity)
• Experience with debugging, testing, and version control (e.g., Git)
• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

• Experience in one or more of the following areas is advantageous, but not essential:

  • Embedded systems or low-level programming
  • Software testing and automation frameworks
  • Algorithm development or data processing
  • Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
  • Python or other scripting languages
  • CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)
  • Containerisation (Docker) or virtualisation technologies

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges  
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects   
• Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses  
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo 

• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• Communicating and promoting vacancies
• Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”. 

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive