C++ Developer

C++ Dev/Engineer London – hybrid 6 month contract Inside ir35. We are looking for an experienced Senior C++ Software Engineer/dev to help grow and enhance our PTP software platform. The candidate will work on strategic enhancements to the platform as well as on client implementation projects. The PTP Platform is a leading-edge, cloud-based Securities Processing solution that provides trade lifecycle processing for a wide range of global financial institutions. About the team: As a Senior C++ Software Engineer, you’ll be part of our PTP Platform development group. The group is broken into smaller scrum teams that each hold responsibility for a key area of system functionality. You’ll become involved with all phases of the development lifecycle and take ownership of key functional areas. What you will be doing: As a Senior C++ Software Engineer, you will be involved in: • Analysis of user requirements and translation into solution design • Estimating and breaking down tasks into manageable chunks • Implementation of new features and feature enhancements • Leading code reviews and enforcing best practice within a small, agile, focused team • Mentoring junior colleagues What you will need: • Extensive commercial software development experience using C++ • SQL experience • Unix/Linux experience • Relevant degree in a numeric discipline, or equivalent work experience • Excellent written and spoken English Added bonus if you have: • Oracle Experience • Experience of event-driven distributed messaging (e.g. Kafka) • Experience of financial markets and the trade lifecycle beneficial • C# and any GUI development experience If you believe you have the experience required, please apply with your CV now for instant consideration! TO APPLY - PLEASE APPLY WITH AN UP-TO-DATE CV Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. *Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.