C++/Linux Senior Software Engineer

 C++/Linux Senior Software Engineer | Fully Remote | £60,000-£75,000

Our client is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong C++ & Linux expertise to join an industry leader in Automotive and Motorsport.

Enhance and develop applications, plugins, and interfaces for market-leading simulation engines, using C++ & Linux. You’ll work on legacy code and new features, creating innovative solutions for global clients—both independently and in teams.The role is fully remote and will require occasional travel to Southampton. You will have access to a dedicated, quiet workspace at home that can accommodate the use of high-power equipment.
 
What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop industry-leading vehicle simulation software as part of a dynamic team.
• Design and implement high-performance features using cutting-edge techniques.
• Deliver high-quality, reliable software for global customers.
• Maintain and enhance existing products.
• Promote best practices in software engineering and continuous learning.

What We’re Looking For

• C++ & Linux in a simulation environment
• Knowledge of UDP and real-time communication systems
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
• Background in real-time software development
• Solid understanding of applied mathematics

Bonus Points

• Experience working directly with customers
• Experience with Kubernetes & Docker
• Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink
• Experience with rigid body dynamics
• Ability to collaborate across teams (Software Dev, Support, Sales)
• Enthusiasm for learning and integrating third-party software
• Comfortable working independently and in small project teams
• Speedgoat, dSPACE, Adams, or Concurrent
• IPG Carmaker, Vehicle Dynamics and Simulation, Tyre & Suspension simulations
• DIL, MIL, SIL, HIL, VIL
• Sensor API
• Light reflection and material properties

C++, Kubernetes, Docker, Linux, dSPACE, Speedgoat, Simulink, Automotive, Motorsport, F1, Engineering, Simulator, DIL, SIL, HIL, MIL, VIL, Vehicle Dynamics, Real-Time