Contract Applications Developer (C++ & QT)

TXM Recruit - Contract Applications Developer (C++ & QT), Colchester, Essex. Search Search Contract Applications Developer (C++ & QT) TXM Recruit Colchester, Essex Contract Published: 3 days ago £55 - £60 per hour Contract Applications Developer (C++ & QT) TXM Recruit Job Title: Contract Applications Developer – C++ / Qt Location: Colchester Rate: £55 - £60 per hour (indicative, outside IR35) Contract Length: 3–6 months Working Arrangements: Primarily on-site, with some flexibility depending on project phase Overview An established technology company based in Colchester is looking for an experienced Applications Developer to support a range of embedded, GUI-driven software projects. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will focus on delivering high-quality application features, user interfaces, and on-screen display tools using C++ and Qt, closely integrated with embedded hardware systems. This role is assessed as outside IR35, making it suitable for contractors operating via a Personal Service Company (PSC). Key Responsibilities Develop and enhance GUI and application-level features using C++ and Qt for embedded platforms Build on-screen display tools and front-end components for hardware-integrated applications Contribute to Python-based tooling, automation, and integration scripts Collaborate with embedded engineers, product teams, and test teams to refine requirements and deliver robust software Troubleshoot, debug, and optimise code for performance, memory efficiency, and hardware constraints Support the full software lifecycle, from design through to deployment on embedded targets About You Strong commercial experience with C++ and Qt for GUI and application development Proven experience working with embedded systems or hardware-integrated applications Proficient in Python for automation, tooling, or integration tasks Comfortable working with low-level constraints, hardware interfaces, and embedded workflows Analytical, detail-oriented, and an effective communicator within cross-functional teams Desirable Skills Experience with cross-platform or resource-constrained environments Familiarity with embedded Linux, device drivers, or hardware/software integration For further information on this contract Applications Developer role please contact Graham Cross on 07502 50543 or Similar Contract Applications Developer (C++ & Qt) Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Software Engineer C++ Sirius Digital Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 benefits, pension (7% contribution), 25 days holiday & life insurance 1 week ago C++ Developer REC SOLUTIONS LIMITED The City, City of London (EC4), EC4N From £60,000 to £95,000 per annum Plus benefits and bonus 3 weeks ago Graduate AI Software Engineer X-On Health Drybridge Hill, Woodbridge (IP12) From £25,000 to £35,000 per annum 1 week ago Experienced AI/ML Software Engineer, AI Services AVEVA Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Competitive 2 weeks ago Senior Software Engineer ARM Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Competitive 1 week ago Head of Data & AI Fruition Group Ipswich (IP1), IP1 Negotiable 4 days ago Software Aplications Engineer ARM Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Competitive 2 weeks ago Algorithm Engineer (Radar and Electronic Warfare) Thales Group South East Competitive 5 days ago Java Software Developer Adria Solutions Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Circa £45-48K 1 month ago Lead Software Engineer Faculty London Competitive 6 days ago IT jobs IT jobs in Colchester Software Development jobs Software Development jobs in Colchester Jobs in Colchester Totaljobs About us Work for us Media centre Partners Jobseeker Jobs Jobseeker login Salary Planner Jobseeker help centre Career advice Recruiter Courses Advertise a job Recruiter login Contact us – recruiters Recruiter advice Recruit internationally Let's connect Apps Privacy policy Terms and conditions Cookies Compliance Accessibility The Stepstone Group UK Ltd © 2026