Software Engineer - C/C

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Software Engineer (C/C++ for Secure Systems & USB Devices)

Role Overview:

Are you a passionate software engineer with a love for C/C++ programming and hardware integration? We're looking for a highly skilled engineer to join our team and develop cutting-edge software solutions that interact with physical devices, such as USB devices, payment systems, and secure transaction technologies. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working with hardware, and building systems that are used by millions, this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain Windows-based applications that interface with USB devices and embedded hardware systems.

Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth interaction between software and hardware.

Focus on building high-performance, secure applications for payment solutions, HID devices, and other device-level software.

Ensure compliance with security and performance standards in the development of software.

Write comprehensive unit tests, documentation, and ensure code quality through continuous integration.

Collaborate with firmware engineers to bring complex system interactions to life.

What We're Looking For:

5+ years of experience in C/C++ programming and developing software for embedded or device-connected systems.

Strong experience in Windows Win32 programming, working with USB HID devices, and secure payment systems.

Familiarity with cryptography, payment card schemes (EMV, NFC), and software design methodologies.

Experience with version control tools like Git and continuous integration tools like Jenkins.

Strong understanding of software testing, especially unit and integration testing.

Ability to work well in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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