Lead Developer - C++

Quest Global; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking an experienced C++ software engineer in India (Kerala region). You will analyze requirements, design high-quality C++ applications, and implement tests to ensure reliability.

The role emphasizes memory management, performance tuning, debugging, and collaboration within Agile/SAFe environments. You will also contribute to technical documentation, participate in planning activities, and mentor junior team members while working on diverse projects across embedded and

Qualifications

• Proficient in modern C++ (C++11/14/17/20) and OOP design.
• Strong memory management, performance tuning and debugging skills.
• Experience with Linux/Windows/embedded development environments.
• Familiar with API & networking; proficient with GitHub and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and understand software requirements to architect C++ applications.
• Write efficient, maintainable code and conduct code reviews.
• Implement unit and component tests to ensure reliability.
• Create technical documentation and follow development policies.
• Debug and resolve complex issues; support estimation and planning.

Skills

C++ (modern)

OOP

Memory management

Performance tuning

Linux/Windows/Embedded

Testing (unit/component)

GitHub

CI/CD

Agile/SAFe

Debugging

Documentation

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or equivalent

6+ years software development experience

Tools

GitHub

CI/CD pipelines

Embedded systems tooling

Job description

Job Requirements

Analyze and understand software/functional requirements to design and develop high-quality C++ applications.

• Write efficient, maintainable code following best practices and conduct code reviews.
• Implement developer-level testing (unit, component) to ensure software reliability.
• Writing component tests using industry standard tools.
• Create technical documentation and comply with development policies.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve complex software issues efficiently.
• Support project estimation, planning, and risk management activities.

Work Experience

• Bachelor/Master of Engineering in the field of Computer Science or equivalent
• 6+ years of hands-on experience in software development using modern C++ versions (C++11/14/17/20).
• Strong proficiency in OOP (Object-Oriented Programming) and software design patterns.
• Expertise in memory management, performance tuning, and debugging.
• Familiarity with Linux, Windows, or embedded systems development.
• Experience with database integration, APIs, networking protocols.
• Proficiency in GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile/SAFe methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Ability to work independently and guide junior team members
• Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Basic understanding of medical technology & human physiology (preferred).