Senior Software Engineer
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Occupation Type
Programmers and software development professionals
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£54,700
(£28.05 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer!
Location: Reading, UK
Job ID: 44632
We are currently seeking to recruit a Senior Software Engineer with minimum 5-year experience in C++ development. Seeking a candidate with previous experience with OpenCV, Image Processing, DirectShow, Video4Linux.
This position involves designing, improving, tailoring, and supporting our system solutions by engaging in various analytical and development tasks.
The individual in this role will be responsible for multiple facets of software design focused on SDK development, including system architecture, definition, integration, and debugging. Additionally, the Senior Software Engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features and resolve complex technical challenges.
The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving innovation and maintaining high standards of software quality throughout the development lifecycle.
Who are we?
HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.
We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo
Biometric Identity Technologies BIO
Location: Reading, UK
Job ID: 44632
We are currently seeking to recruit a Senior Software Engineer with minimum 5-year experience in C++ development. Seeking a candidate with previous experience with OpenCV, Image Processing, DirectShow, Video4Linux.
This position involves designing, improving, tailoring, and supporting our system solutions by engaging in various analytical and development tasks.
The individual in this role will be responsible for multiple facets of software design focused on SDK development, including system architecture, definition, integration, and debugging. Additionally, the Senior Software Engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features and resolve complex technical challenges.
The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving innovation and maintaining high standards of software quality throughout the development lifecycle.
Who are we?
HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.
We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo
Biometric Identity Technologies BIO
At the Biometric Identity Technologies Business Area, within HID, we aim to create a safer world with biometric solutions that enhance everyday life, ensuring trust and reliability in every interaction. As a trusted biometric leader, we seamlessly and ethically protect people, places, and things, where we create a secure and equitable environment where everyone’s data is protected and their privacy respected.
Driven by years of innovation, we offer a broad range of biometric identity technologies for transactions requiring irrefutable proof of identity, such as customer onboarding, fraud prevention, loss prevention, seamless travel, forensic investigation, background checks, border security, and government benefit issuance. We provide peace of mind to a great array of organizations and industries who know that they are getting the highest level of safety and security through trusted identity.
Essential Duties
Driven by years of innovation, we offer a broad range of biometric identity technologies for transactions requiring irrefutable proof of identity, such as customer onboarding, fraud prevention, loss prevention, seamless travel, forensic investigation, background checks, border security, and government benefit issuance. We provide peace of mind to a great array of organizations and industries who know that they are getting the highest level of safety and security through trusted identity.
Essential Duties
- Design, develop, and maintain robust software solutions to meet business and technical requirements.
- Analyse and evaluate software requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and refine product specifications.
- Lead or contribute to the design and architecture of new features and system enhancements.
- Collaborate closely with hardware engineers to ensure effective hardware/software integration.
- Mentor and support junior engineers, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Work with quality assurance, product management, and customer support to deliver high-quality solutions that meet customer needs.
- Proactively identify opportunities to enhance product performance, security, and maintainability.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices relevant to software engineering and device control.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience developing SDKs (Software Development Kits) for Linux applications.
- Proficiency in additional programming languages such as C, C#, or Java.
- Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
- Previous experience in the security, identity, or access control industry.
- Compliance with all relevant HID Global policies and procedures related to Quality, Security, Safety, Business Continuity, and Environmental systems.
- Travel and fieldwork, including international travel may be required. Therefore, employee must possess, or be able to acquire a valid passport.
- Competitive salary and rewards package.
- Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance.
- A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture.
- Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential.
- To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds.
- Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
- Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.
- Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.
HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.
Please be aware that our recruitment process may include the use of AI-powered tools to assist in screening applicant resumes. These tools help us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications and skills align with the job description. We use AI in a responsible manner and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Importantly, all applicants are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. AI is used to support, not replace, human judgment in the evaluation process.
HID is certified as a Great Place to Work in the UK, reflecting employee feedback on trust, collaboration, and workplace culture.
We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.
Please be aware that our recruitment process may include the use of AI-powered tools to assist in screening applicant resumes. These tools help us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications and skills align with the job description. We use AI in a responsible manner and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Importantly, all applicants are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. AI is used to support, not replace, human judgment in the evaluation process.
HID is certified as a Great Place to Work in the UK, reflecting employee feedback on trust, collaboration, and workplace culture.
We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something. HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries. We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.