Senior Software Engineer

Company: Hexwired Recruitment
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Location: Cambridge
Job Description:

Overview

Senior Software Engineer to tackle complex networking and security challenges in a well-established Cambridge solutions provider. You will work hands-on with C++ on embedded Linux, shaping world-class products used globally. You’ll engage in R&D initiatives and electronics-focused work with security in mind, including government-facing projects requiring clearance. This role blends bleeding-edge technology with practical deployment and meaningful impact. You will join a collaborative team that values technical excellence and cross-functional delivery, contributing to mission-critical systems.

Responsibilities

  • Hands-on software development in C++ for embedded Linux within networking and security products
  • Contribute to R&D projects and tackle complex technical challenges
  • Work on electronics-enabled products with security considerations
  • Collaborate on government-level projects requiring security clearance
  • Operate with bleeding-edge technology across networking and security domains

Key requirements

  • Degree in Embedded Systems, Maths, Physics, Electronics or CS
  • Ability to gain security clearance
  • Excellent hands-on experience with Userspace Linux and/or C++
  • Experience on R&D projects
  • Experience with electronics products with security in mind
  • C++
  • Embedded Linux / Userspace Linux
  • R&D experience
  • Electronics products with security in mind
  • Security clearance capability
  • Networking and security domains

Posted: September 14th, 2026