Senior Software Engineer

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential streaming technology company in their search for a Senior Software Engineer to join their UI Systems team in Manchester. Our client builds high-performance graphics infrastructure that powers millions of consumer devices worldwide. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on core systems that sit at the intersection of hardware and software, optimizing rendering pipelines and system architectures for embedded platforms.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will architect performance-critical code within the UI engine, focusing on graphics primitives, memory efficiency, and hardware acceleration. This role is ideal for engineers who thrive on low-level systems programming and want to build the foundations that power next-generation television experiences.

Responsibilities

• Architect and optimize core C++ UI frameworks and rendering engines to ensure high-performance across diverse hardware profiles
• Lead technical investigations into system-level bottlenecks, memory leaks, and GPU/CPU synchronization issues
• Develop and maintain low-level graphics APIs and layout systems that serve as the backbone for the application ecosystem
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities at the systems level, leveraging generative AI tools to optimize code generation and automate performance profiling
• Collaborate with firmware and driver teams to leverage hardware-specific optimizations and ensure seamless OS integration
• Mentor junior developers through code reviews, architectural design sessions, and technical documentation
• Drive engineering excellence by implementing advanced debugging tools, automated performance regression suites, and modern C++ best practices

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5+ years of software engineering experience with heavy focus on C++ (C++14/17/20)
• Deep understanding of systems programming, including memory management, multi-threading, and hardware-software abstraction layers
• Experience with graphics APIs (e.g., OpenGL, Vulkan, or proprietary embedded graphics stacks) and rendering pipelines
• Proficiency in Python for tooling and automation; working knowledge of BrightScript or JavaScript is a significant plus
• Strong root cause analysis skills using tools like GDB, Valgrind, or platform-specific profilers
• Knowledge of AI applications and hands-on experience using generative AI tools to accelerate systems-level development
• Proactive mindset with passion for performance optimization on embedded systems and commitment to data-driven decision making

How We Work With You

When you apply through Get A Job.ai, our experienced talent team will review your profile and conduct an initial screening to understand your background and career goals. If there's a strong match, we will submit your candidacy to our client for consideration. Please do not contact the client directly—all communication and coordination will flow through our recruiting team to ensure the best experience for you.

The role follows a hybrid schedule, with in-office work Monday through Thursday in Manchester and flexibility for remote work on Fridays.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on experience and qualifications.

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