We are searching for a Lead C++ Developer to become part of our team.
In this position, you will engage in meaningful initiatives that blend strong technical know-how with the chance to modernize and advance well-established systems. You will partner with skilled colleagues to bring dependable solutions to life in a sophisticated and ever-changing setting.
Responsibilities
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Build, support, and refine top-quality C++ software across multiple components
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Examine and evolve mature codebases to accommodate new business and technical demands
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Help drive the transition of components toward modern cloud-based environments
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Look into and resolve intricate technical challenges across distributed systems
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Work with engineering teams to craft solid and easy-to-maintain solutions
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Take part in code reviews and uphold high engineering standards
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Assist with deployment activities and help ensure seamless release cycles
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Create and maintain automation scripts to simplify development and operational tasks
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Coordinate with DevOps and infrastructure groups to align development and deployment processes
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Continuously investigate modern tools and methods to enhance productivity and code quality
Requirements
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A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional background
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At least one year of experience guiding and overseeing development teams
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Strong hands-on background with C and C++, particularly with large legacy codebases
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Demonstrated capability to handle complex, decades-old legacy code
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Practical exposure to containerization and the migration of components to the cloud
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Acquaintance with hybrid environments that combine on-premises and cloud-based systems
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Reliable understanding of file systems and operating systems
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Scripting capabilities for log file analysis, automation, and operational duties
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Real-world experience with database interactions, including components that communicate with databases, plus knowledge of database migration to the cloud
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Strong testing, debugging, and validation abilities to confirm that changes do not disrupt on-prem functionality
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Capacity to independently investigate and study codebases
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Working familiarity with Visual Studio Code (VS Code)
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Basic understanding of socket-level programming
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Ability to take advantage of modern AI tools, such as GitHub Copilot, to support legacy code work
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Openness to interacting with DevOps teams while not being responsible for DevOps duties
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Availability for monthly Sunday releases, including support before and after releases for deployment and troubleshooting
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Availability to operate during US time zone hours (ideally New York), and not European hours
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Excellent verbal and written English communication skills (B2+ level or above)
