C++ Software Developer

Location: Cambridge

Closing Date: Feb. 28, 2025

This is a rare opportunity for a C++ Developer to work with a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced camera robotics and game-changing virtual production technologies for film, TV, and live broadcast. You will be working on our core software development projects, collaborating on the development of software applications, and obtaining and integrating end-user feedback.

You will be joining a small, supportive, Agile team. We are constantly building new features and innovating, specifically utilising Unreal Engine. Your creations will be used directly on sets and productions of popular films and TV series! We’re looking for someone whose software development expertise translates into highly functional and user-friendly applications. We’re looking for people who want to make a difference and deliver boundary-pushing technology projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient and reliable C++ code
• Use game engines such as Unreal and Unity and Omniverse
• Collaborate with the software development team on application design and development
• Work on extensions of existing products, suggesting and implementing improvements
• Collaboration, design and development of new products
• Perform diagnostic tests and debug procedures
• Plan, design, develop, manage, document, test, deploy, and support new and existing modules
• Document processes and maintain software development record
• Keep up to date with C++ standards and advancements in application development

Requirements

• Higher degree in computer science, information systems, or similar
• Practical work experience as a C++ software developer
• Experience in deploying software across a variety of platforms and operating systems
• Knowledge of SQL, JavaScript, and XML preferred
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills
• Great organisational and time management skills

Benefits & Perks

• Casual office environment, no need to wear a suit!
• Flexible work hours and hybrid/100% remote working available.
• We have a continuous development budget to put towards courses, training and conferences.
• Private health insurance with AXA Health that covers many physical and mental health costs, including dental and vision cash back.
• Gym membership discounts via AXA Health.
• Group life insurance and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Cycle to Work scheme – we’ll buy a bike up-front, and you can pay it off over the next 12 months via a salary sacrifice scheme.
• We organise occasional in-person office socials to make sure you have the opportunity to build on deeper trusting connections with peers.
• 33 days base holiday (25 days + 8 bank holidays) including company closure between Christmas and NY.

Interview Process

Our interviews are quite informal and conversational, generally carried out over a 3-stage process. To help us learn more about your workplace behaviours and preferences, you will also be invited to complete a short Predictive Index (PI) Behavioural and Cognitive Assessment. Depending on the position, you may also be requested to undertake a technical assessment. The final stage normally involves a visit at the office to meet with senior members of the management team and get a feel for where you will be working.

About Mo-Sys

Mo-Sys is an award-winning, world-renowned manufacturer of virtual production solutions and camera robotics for film, HETV and broadcast, empowering high-quality AR, VR and virtual production.

We ship to broadcasters in 40+ countries to a customer base including BBC, Netflix, Fox, CNN, ESPN and Sky. Mo-Sys remote heads and robotics are used on many Hollywood blockbusters including Life of Pi, Birdman, Shape of Water, Tron, Source Code and Adjustment Bureau. We have also delivered boundary-pushing technology projects in close collaboration with clients like Red Bull Air Race and the 0020 film Gravity.

We believe that great ideas come from anywhere and encourage our teams to work together across positions, departments, and geographical locations. We want people to love their work and show respect to all.