Senior Software Developer C++ (Geospatial Data Processing)

Are you an experienced C developer with a passion for high-performance computing and geospatial technology We are looking for a Senior Software Developer to join our expanding team in Bristol and take ownership of core components that power advanced geospatial and sonar data processing workflows.

The Role

This is a key technical role where you will design build and optimise software that enables efficient data viewing extraction and generation of deliverables from large complex datasets.

You will set the technical direction for the companys geospatial software and will be trusted to be the source of truth for all C development. With 45 days of annual leave and private health care (including dental) already guaranteed you will have the time and peace of mind to focus on what really matters - building high impact software and changing the future of the offshore energy industry.

Working in a collaborative environment you will influence architecture decisions and shape the future of the companys geospatial and sonar data processing tools. You will also get the chance to work across multiple platforms and languages including Python interfaces further broadening your skill set.

What Youll Do

• Design implement and maintain robust C software for geospatial and sonar data processing.
• Develop high-performance workflows for spatial analysis mapping and data fusion.
• Optimise code for speed scalability and memory efficiency across Windows and Linux platforms.
• Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to integrate C modules into wider systems including Python interfaces where appropriate.
• Build and maintain automated tests CI/CD pipelines and performance profiling systems.
• Contribute to software architecture decisions code reviews and technical documentation.
• Stay current with modern C standards and industry best practices.

What Youll Need

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency with Git and modern branching workflows; GitLab CI experience is a plus.
• Experience using unit testing frameworks such as Google Test or Catch2.
• Comfortable with cross-platform development for Windows and Linux.
• Python programming experience is advantageous.

Professional Qualities

• Extensive professional software development experience.
• Comfortable working across the full software development lifecycle - from requirements gathering to deployment.
• A proactive solution-oriented approach with excellent problem-solving and prioritisation skills.
• Experience with geospatial sonar or 3D data formats is highly desirable.
• Background in the offshore survey or marine technology sector is a plus.

Why Join Us

• Work on challenging high-impact software used across the geospatial and marine technology sectors.
• Collaborate with a highlyskilled multidisciplinary IT team.
• Opportunity to shape core components and influence architectural decisions.
• Small supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and modern development and innovation practices.

Sounds like you

You may be curious about joining Sulmara because you feel your current role doesnt fully utilise your talent. If you want to take charge of your own career become empowered and heard look no further - you will find no layers of bureaucracy when it comes to your own career growth here.

Are you ready to make your mark

If youre excited by cutting-edge geospatial technology and want to help build the next generation of data processing tools wed love to hear from you.

Apply now (even if your CV isnt quite up to scratch).

Be part of a company driving change in offshore energy let us drive your career forward too and provide you with some outstanding benefits along the way.

• Highly competitive salary
• Enhanced 33 days of annual leave from day 1
• Additional 12 days paid leave via reward days scheme
• Years of Service Award (1 days per year of service)
• Flexible working patterns
• Hybrid (office/home) working 4 days office 1 day WFH (Friday)
• BUPA Private medical insurance including Dental Cover
• Life Assurance scheme - 5x annual salary
• Enhanced 6% private pension contributions & salary sacrifice option
• Mobile phone allowance 25 per month
• Enhanced Maternity & Parental policy
• Employee Health and Wellbeing support app
• Branded apparel
• Brand new office facilities free fruit and barista coffee and free monthly themed lunches
• Cycle to work scheme
• EV scheme via Octopus
• AIG business travel insurance
• Employee benefits hub
• Generous employee referral scheme
• A people focused dynamic culture with regular employees social sports and charity events.

We dont believe in one size fits all hiring. If you need any adjustment (at any stage of the recruitment) to make the process work for you we are here for it. Big small or somewhere in between just let us know - . No red tape or awkwardness - just a commitment to making this work for everyone because we believe everyone deserves an equal opportunity to thrive during our hiring process.

At Sulmara we believe great talent comes from all walks of life. Talent has no labels here. If youre qualified youre welcome-regardless of race colour religion gender sexual orientation age disability identity background or coffee preference. Bring your difference. Were better for it.