Principal Engineer I/ Principal Engineer II

Quoreka; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Quoreka is looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer in Bengaluru, India to lead the design and development of complex software solutions. You will oversee the full software lifecycle while mentoring junior developers and optimizing application performance. The ideal candidate has 15+ years of experience in C++, C#, and .NET as well as a strong background in Windows and web services development. This position requires collaboration in an Agile environment and offers opportunities for continuous learning and technical leadership.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in software development with C++, C# and .NET.
• Strong background in Windows application and web services development.
• Proficiency in systems design, architecture, and user story creation.
• Experience in risk identification and mitigation planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and optimization of software applications.
• Conduct systems analysis to define clear user stories.
• Optimize application performance and resolve production issues.
• Mentor junior developers and maintain technical documentation.

Skills

C++

C#

.NET Framework

Windows desktop application development

Web services

SQL Server

Tools

GitHub Copilot

TeamCity

Jira

Visual Studio

Job description

About Us

Quoreka is a leading provider of vendor solutions across metals, energy, and agriculture. We offer cloud-based CTRM and ETRM solutions enhanced with AI/ML, along with supply chain management and e‑sourcing products. Our expertise spans softs, ags, fertilizers, chemicals, liquids, precious metals, concentrates, and energy. With over 200 employees in the UK, India, Australia, Switzerland, and Canada, we serve 100 customers worldwide across multiple commodity segments.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our engineering team. You will lead the design, development, and optimization of complex Windows and web services built on C++ and .NET technologies. This role covers the full software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and user story creation to architecture design, implementation, performance tuning, documentation, and deployment. You will deliver high-performance, scalable, and reliable solutions while providing technical leadership.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct systems and requirements analysis to define clear user stories and break them into actionable tasks.
• Provide accurate estimation of development effort and contribute to sprint and release planning.
• Lead and participate in architecture and design discussions for new features and enhancements.
• Identify and communicate technical risks, propose mitigation strategies, and ensure timely resolution.
• Design, develop, and maintain complex Windows applications and web services.
• Perform code reviews to enforce best practices and maintain code quality.
• Optimize application performance, diagnose bottlenecks, and implement scalable solutions.
• Ensure robust development practices through unit testing, integration testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation to support development, onboarding, and long-term maintainability.
• Collaborate with architects, product managers, QA, and peers in an Agile/Scrum environment using Jira for sprint management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while implementing long-term fixes.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
• Work with tools such as GitHub Copilot, Git, Jira, TeamCity, SharePoint, Visual Studio.
• Adhere to prevailing Quoreka’s ISMS policies and procedures while delivering the duties.

Required Skills & Experience

• 15+ years of professional experience in software development with C++, C# and .NET Framework.
• Strong background in Windows desktop application development (WinForms/WPF) and web services (REST, WCF, or gRPC).
• Proficiency in systems design, architecture, requirements analysis, and user story creation.
• Experience in effort estimation, risk identification, and mitigation planning.
• Deep expertise in object-oriented programming, design patterns, and multi-threaded applications.
• Proven experience in application performance tuning (profiling, memory management, threading, SQL query optimization).
• Proficiency in SQL Server (or other RDBMS), including query optimization and performance tuning.
• Hands‑on experience with source control (Git), CI/CD (TeamCity, Azure DevOps), and Agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot).
• Experience with collaboration and documentation tools such as Jira, SharePoint, and Confluence.
• Demonstrated ability to work on complex, large‑scale enterprise applications.

Required Competencies

• Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving – Skilled at analyzing complex systems and resolving technical challenges.
• Technical Leadership – Experienced in guiding architecture, conducting reviews, and mentoring engineers.
• Attention to Detail – Delivers high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code.
• Collaboration & Communication – Works effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ownership & Accountability – Takes full responsibility for deliverables from design to deployment.
• Risk Awareness – Identifies potential risks early and proactively develops mitigation plans.
• Adaptability – Thrives in a fast-changing environment and embraces new technologies.
• Continuous Learning – Actively seeks to improve technical expertise and stay current with emerging tools.

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud integration (Azure/AWS) is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices (monitoring, deployment automation, infrastructure as code) is a strong plus.
• Experience in integrating with third‑party APIs/services is a strong plus.