Software Engineer C++ / Linux We are a leading technology company seeking an enthusiastic C++/ Python Software Engineer to join our clients multinational team, specializing in video / audio compression for media processing solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative and innovative environment. Location: Aberdeen, UK Work Style: Primarily office-based, with hybrid working options available for experienced candidates. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain software systems in C++ and Python on Linux platforms, focusing on high-performance media solutions. Collaborate with a distributed team across the UK and Canada on media compression and video/audio pipelines. Design, implement, and optimize media pipelines, compression algorithms, and real-time systems. Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and continuous integration ( CI/CD ) processes using GitLab. Support the design and development of containerized deployments using Docker. Essential Qualifications & Attributes: PhD/ MSc or BSc in Computer Science (1st class or 2:1). Strong skills in C++ programming, with experience in C++11/14/17 and modern coding practices. Proficiency with Linux development environments and systems programming. Demonstrated experience in media systems, video/audio streaming, or compression technologies. Experience with Docker, GitLab CI/CD, and containerized deployments. Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to learning new technologies. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a distributed team. Technologies You'll Work With: C++, Python Docker, Containerization, CI/CD ( GitLab ) GStreamer for media pipelines ( video/audio ) ElasticSearch, Kibana for monitoring and analytics High-performance systems and real-time computing Why Join our client? This is a great opportunity to contribute to the development of complex, real-time software systems in the media and broadcast industry. If you're passionate about C++, media technologies, and high-performance computing, wed love to hear from you!