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Job description
Eaton Electrical is hiring a Principal C/C++ Software Engineer — a full-time, based in Cheltenham, GBR role. Apply directly on Eaton Electrical's careers page below.
Principal C/C++ Software Engineer
Location: Cheltenham, GBR, GL51 6PN
Department: Research & Development Engineering
Work Location: onsite
As a Principle Software Engineer, you will be expected to produce C++ code to produce custom plugins for our EAK GVA platform. The successful applicant will have experience in distilling requirements from interactions with a customer, implementing verified robust C++ solutions in short timescales to demonstrate new capability, and authoring and performing verification and validation.
What you’ll do:
- Requirements definition, design, development, and verification for a variety of integrity levels, from safety critical to proof of concept.
- Coding to internel coding standards and ensuring high quality robust solutions.
- Conduct design and code reviews to maintain high-quality standards.
- Debugging in embedded environments.
- Develop Verification and Validation Strategies
- Perform verification exercises.
Qualifications:
- High proficiency in C++
- High proficiency in Embedded Linux
- Proficiency in Graphical Frameworks such as Vulkan, OpenGl, QT
- CI/CD workflow. Experience with Git, Containerised development environments, CI/CD
- Familiarity with debugging tools, hardware interfaces, and safety analysis techniques.
- Working Knowledge of Rust
- Understanding of hardware/software integration and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
Skills:
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to collaborate in a wider team.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively liaising with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
What we offer:
- Opportunity to work in a global, highly collaborative environment
- Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
- Strong focus on learning, development, and career progression
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- A culture that promotes inclusion, accountability, and continuous improvement
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All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Principal C/C++ Software Engineer at Eaton Electrical?
The required skills for Principal C/C++ Software Engineer at Eaton Electrical include: C++, Qt, CI/CD, Git, Rust.
What is the seniority level for Principal C/C++ Software Engineer at Eaton Electrical?
Principal C/C++ Software Engineer at Eaton Electrical is a Principal level position.
How do I apply for Principal C/C++ Software Engineer at Eaton Electrical?
You can view the full description and apply for Principal C/C++ Software Engineer at Eaton Electrical on EchoJobs: https://echojobs.io/job/eaton-electrical-principal-c-c-software-engineer-qwabj.