Senior Software Engineer (C++)

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Senior Software Engineer (C++) About the Role We are looking for a skilled Senior C++ Developer with 5+ years of experience in designing, developing, debugging, and optimizing scalable desktop and backend applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in modern C++ standards (C++17, C++20, and C++23), object-oriented programming, multithreading, memory management, and software design patterns. The candidate should be comfortable working in an Agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging AI-assisted development practices alongside human-led engineering and code review. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, maintain, and optimize scalable desktop and backend applications using modern C++. Apply strong knowledge of C++17, C++20, and C++23 standards to build reliable and efficient software solutions. Implement multithreaded applications, effective memory management, smart pointers, and performance optimization techniques. Apply object-oriented programming (OOP), STL, design patterns, and SOLID principles to develop maintainable and high-quality code. Work with Microsoft technologies, including Visual C++ (VC++), Microsoft Foundation Classes (MFC), COM, and SQL Server. Identify and resolve technical issues through debugging, root-cause analysis, and performance profiling. Participate in code reviews, unit testing, refactoring, and continuous improvement of existing codebases. Use Git and Azure DevOps for source control, collaboration, and CI/CD workflows. Follow Agile/Scrum methodologies and contribute to Scaled Agile processes. Collaborate with engineering teams and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective technical solutions. Apply AI-assisted development practices to improve productivity, with appropriate human oversight, validation, and code quality controls. Contribute to technical discussions, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives. Required Skills and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (BCS), Software Engineering, or an equivalent field. 5+ years of professional software development experience, preferably in C++ development. Strong hands-on experience with C++17, C++20, and C++23. Proficiency in Visual C++ (VC++), MFC, STL, and object-oriented programming. Strong understanding of multithreading, concurrency, smart pointers, and memory management. Experience with software design patterns and writing efficient, maintainable, and scalable code. Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and COM. Experience with Git and Azure DevOps, including version control and CI/CD practices. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and Scaled Agile processes. Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Experience with unit testing, code reviews, code refactoring, and performance optimization. Knowledge of virtualization and networking concepts. Good verbal and written English communication skills. Culture of Belonging: At SSI, we are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute and grow.