Software Engineer

Persistent Systems; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Education sponsorship

Flexible work hours

Long Service awards

Insurance coverage

Job summary

Persistent Systems seeks a talented C++ Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance Windows-based applications. You will work with Modern C++, multithreading, and Windows APIs, collaborating with architects, QA, and product teams to deliver robust software solutions.

The role emphasizes code quality, scalability, and reliability, with exposure to CI/CD, DevOps, and Agile practices. Hybrid work arrangements and ongoing education support are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of hands-on C++ and C/C++ Windows Application Development.
• Strong knowledge of Modern C++ concepts and OOP with design patterns.
• Experience with Windows APIs, DLLs, and system‑level programming.
• Proficiency with Visual Studio and source control tools.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, DevOps, and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Windows-based applications using Modern C++.
• Analyze requirements and translate into efficient software solutions.
• Develop reusable, scalable, and maintainable code following best practices.
• Build multi-threaded and event-driven applications with memory efficiency.
• Collaborate with architects, QA, product teams and stakeholders.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and CI/CD.
• Create technical docs and support deployment and maintenance.

Skills

Modern C++

Multithreading

Windows API

Object-Oriented Programming

Memory management

Windows applications

Visual Studio

Git / Azure DevOps

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering

Tools

Git

Azure DevOps

MFC/Win32/ATL

SVN

Job description

We are seeking a talented C++ Software Engineer with strong expertise in Modern C++, Windows Application Development, and Multithreaded Programming. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining high-performance Windows-based applications while ensuring software quality, scalability, and reliability. This role requires hands-on experience with Modern C++, Object-Oriented Programming, system-level development, multithreading, memory management, and Windows APIs. The successful candidate will collaborate with architects, QA engineers, product teams, and business stakeholders to deliver robust enterprise and product-based software solutions.

• Role: Software Engineer
• Experience: 3 to 5 Years
• Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Windows-based applications using Modern C++ and C/C++ technologies.
• Analyze business requirements and technical specifications to develop efficient software solutions.
• Develop reusable, scalable, and maintainable code following software engineering best practices.
• Build robust multi-threaded and event-driven applications.
• Work with Windows APIs, DLLs, and system-level programming components.
• Optimize application performance, memory utilization, and system reliability.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and perform root cause analysis for development and production issues.
• Implement secure coding practices and ensure software quality standards are met.
• Participate in architecture discussions, technical design reviews, and code reviews.
• Collaborate with QA teams to support testing and defect resolution activities.
• Work closely with business analysts, architects, and support teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Support application deployments, upgrades, maintenance activities, and production releases.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, design documents, and development artifacts.
• Contribute to CI/CD initiatives and software delivery automation.
• Continuously improve application performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to knowledge-sharing activities when required.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in C++ and C/C++ Windows Application Development.
• Strong proficiency in Modern C++ programming concepts and software engineering principles.
• Deep understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), SOLID principles, and design patterns.
• Strong expertise in pointers, memory management, and resource optimization techniques.
• Hands-on experience with Windows APIs, DLL development, and system-level programming.
• Strong understanding of multithreading, concurrency, synchronization mechanisms, and parallel processing.
• Experience troubleshooting, debugging, and optimizing Windows applications.
• Proficiency with Visual Studio IDE and Windows development tools.
• Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software architecture concepts.
• Experience with source control systems such as Git, SVN, or Azure DevOps.
• Familiarity with MFC, Win32, ATL, or related Windows frameworks.
• Understanding of secure coding practices and software security principles.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automated build processes.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts, communication protocols, and socket programming is desirable.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and software quality engineering practices.
• Experience working within Agile and Scrum development methodologies.
• Experience in enterprise software development or product engineering environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Strong ownership mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

\"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.\"