Software Engineer - Client

Must-Have Skills (Non-Negotiable)

• Several years of hands-on experience in modern C++ development (e.g. and above) in a professional software product environment
• Proven track record in library / SDK development for external consumers (e.g. product teams or external customers), including API design, versioning, and backward compatibility
• Strong experience developing and troubleshooting C++ libraries on Windows and Linux (toolchains, compilers, runtime specifics)
• Experience integrating native C++ libraries into larger application landscapes (desktop applications, services, tools)
• Strong focus on code quality, maintainability, and robustness (clean architecture, defensive programming, clear interfaces)
• Experience working in agile development teams (Scrum/Kanban), using Git-based workflows and peer reviews

Core Technical Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in C++ including object-oriented design, templates, and memory management
• Experience building and delivering reusable libraries / SDKs (packaging, distribution, documentation for integrators) for Windows and Linux environments
• Familiarity with common build systems and toolchains on Windows and Linux (e.g. CMake, MSVC, GCC/Clang)
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of C# / .NET and interop between native and managed code is highly desirable
• Experience with Azure DevOps build pipelines for compilation, packaging, and artifact publishing
• Hands-on experience with automated testing (unit tests, component tests, mocking frameworks, test automation in the CI pipeline)
• Good understanding of version control with Git (branching strategies, pull requests, code reviews)
• Optional but beneficial: Experience with WPF and integration of client components into WPF applications

Broader Responsibilities the Candidate Will Own

• End-to-end ownership of library lifecycle on Windows and Linux: from implementation and testing to documentation, releases, and maintenance
• Collaboration with architects and backend engineers to ensure seamless integration between client components, licensing backends, and customer-facing tools
• Close collaboration with teams building end-customer-installed software to ensure easy integration and intuitive use of licensing components
• Contribution to simple and intuitive user flows where client components are exposed in UI (e.g. activation dialogs, license status views) in cooperation with UI teams
• Continuous improvement of build, test, and release pipelines in Azure DevOps for cross-platform client libraries
• Contribution to coding guidelines, best practices, and technical documentation to support integrating development teams
• Participation in incident analysis and defect resolution, including debugging issues in client integrations and supporting operations where needed

Basic Requirements

• University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a comparable qualification
• years of professional experience in C++ software development, preferably with a focus on libraries or SDKs
• Practical experience developing and debugging C++ software on both Windows and Linux
• Experience working in international, cross-functional teams within a corporate IT or product development environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured and reliable working style
• Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken

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Must-Have Skills (Non-Negotiable)

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