C++ SOFTWARE ENGINEER
| Employment Type | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Location | Cheshire , Stockport |
| Industry Sector | Software Engineering |
| Start Date | Immediate |
| Salary/Rate | To 36k plus benefits |
| Reference | TB2223 |
| Date Advertised | 05-08-2008 - 09:42 |
Description
Our Client is a Global supplier of Configuration and Test and Service Bay Diagnostic solutions for the automotive industry based in Stockport, Cheshire. They currently require an additional C++ Software Engineer with proven development experience of Visual C++, MFC and Windows environments. Candidates will be educated to degree level and will also be experienced in all stages of the software life cycle, including requirements capture, design and testing.
Our Client is a Global supplier of Configuration and Test and Service Bay Diagnostic solutions for the automotive industry based in Stockport, Cheshire. They currently require an additional C++ Software Engineer with proven development experience of Visual C++, MFC and Windows environments. Candidates will be educated to degree level and will also be experienced in all stages of the software life cycle, including requirements capture, design and testing.
Key Objectives
- Design, modify, develop and implement software programming applications in Visual C++ in a Windows environment.
- Analyse customer requirements and develop technical solutions. This will involve regular travel to customer sites.
- Interface with customers through customer meetings and conference calls.
- Debug complex issues/crashes with little or no information.
- Deliver required product features in a reliable and timely manner.
- Ensure appropriate technology is applied to solutions.
- Provide accurate time estimates for system feature implementation and assist with project planning activities.
- Ensure correct development and testing standards are applied to development tasks.
- Ensure correct product/system documentation is maintained.
- Ensure new technology is investigated where possible.
- Adhere to software build processes.
Skills and Experience
- Must have proven experience in Visual C++ and MFC
- Must have proven experience in programming for Microsoft Windows XP
- Experience of developing for many different versions of windows is beneficial, including Vista
- Must have proven experience in all stages of the Software life-cycle (including requirements capture, design and Testing).
- Must have proven experience in developing new functionality from customer requirements.
- Experience of the following is considered beneficial; HTTP, web development, ActiveX, JavaScript, XML, SourceSafe, Embedded C Software development.
Candidates must also be;
- Educated to degree level
- A self-starter, hands on, determined in character and team orientated
- Customer and product delivery focused
- Product Quality, reliability and metrics focused
- Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Able to multi-task and work across several areas
- A good written and verbal communicator
On offer is a competitive package including;
Basic salary of 31 to 36k
25 Days annual holiday
Non contributory pension scheme
Profit share scheme
Full Family medical insurance
Stock purchase plan
