Principal Software Engineer - C++

A Principal Software Engineer for C++ at Creative Chaos is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance applications while ensuring code quality and software reliability. The principal engineer will lead a team of developers, guiding them in best practices and innovative solutions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design and develop software applications using C++
• Lead a team of engineers through collaborative efforts and code reviews
• Analyze business requirements and system specifications
• Write efficient, maintainable, and scalable code
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues
• Conduct performance tuning and optimization
• Mentor junior engineers through hands-on guidance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Stay updated with industry trends and technologies
• Assist in project planning and estimation
• Ensure code quality through consistent testing and review processes

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 6-10 years of experience in software development, with a focus on C++
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns
• Experience with multi-threading and asynchronous programming
• Familiarity with modern C++ standards (C++11 and above)
• Proficient in debugging, profiling, and performance tuning
• Experience with version control systems, preferably Git
• Good understanding of software development methodologies (Agile/Scrum)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Experience with collaborating on large codebases and guiding less experienced developers