Principal/Senior/Staff Software Engineer (C++)

National Instruments; Penang; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Test and Measurement company in Penang is seeking a Principal/Senior/Staff Software Engineer (C++) to enhance software products through innovative design and implementation. You will collaborate with cross-divisional teams and leverage your programming expertise in C/C++. This role requires a strong educational background in engineering and relevant experience, along with exceptional problem-solving and communication skills. The opportunity promotes continuous improvement and a commitment to quality and innovation.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of computers and high-level programming languages.
• 2-5 years experience for Staff Level, 5-8 years for Senior Level, and 10+ years for Principal Level.
• Detailed knowledge of software design, object-oriented programming, and computer architecture.

Responsibilities

• Specify, design, implement, and test software features for products.
• Drive software development excellence and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with diverse teams across divisions.

Skills

C/C++

Problem-solving

Collaborative teamwork

Communication skills

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Windows debugging tools (WinDBG)

Linux debugging tools

Python

Job description

Principal/Senior/Staff Software Engineer (C++)

NI is now part of Emerson. NI is Emerson's Test and Measurement (T&M) Business Unit. In this role, your responsibilities will be unleashing the value of systems & hardware through development of drivers, software, or firmware. Specify, design, implement, and test software features for new and existing products. Drive software development excellence, continuous improvement and bring innovation into software and hardware products. Work and interact with colleagues from other divisions such as R&D hardware, R&D software, systems R&D, manufacturing, or other business groups.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Unleash the value of systems & hardware through development of drivers, software, or firmware.

Specify, design, implement, and test software features for new and existing products.

Drive software development excellence, continuous improvement and bring innovation into software and hardware products.

Work and interact with colleagues from other divisions such as R&D hardware, R&D software, systems R&D, manufacturing, or other business groups.

Sustain and maintain the software product in meeting both the quality and security requirements.

Who You Are: You thrive in collaborative environments, seamlessly working with diverse teams to achieve shared objectives through open communication and mutual support. Your proactive approach to problem-solving enables you to anticipate challenges, take initiative, and drive tasks forward with efficiency and determination. Your unwavering dedication, persistence, and ability to navigate complex situations empower you to make meaningful contributions and drive success in any endeavor.

For This Role, You Will Need:

B.S. or M.S. in computer science, and/or computer engineering, and/or electrical engineering.

Strong understanding of computers and high-level programming languages (C/C++).

2-5 years of experience for Staff Level

5-8 years of experience for Senior Level

10 years and above for Principal Level

Detailed understanding of the following concepts and principles:

Software design and architecture principles

Object Oriented Programming

Programming for hardware or systems

Computer architecture and operating system

Demonstrated capability to define and complete software projects

Experience in the following areas will be an added advantage

Windows & Linux debugging tools, such as WinDBG

Unit testing

Scripting languages such as Python

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

Demonstrated ability to:

Take initiative, be a self-starter, and work independently

Take ownership of goals, project schedules; persistently drive tasks /projects to completion

Work effectively across groups and with global teams (e.g. USA)

English language proficiency and effective communication skills.

Can clearly and concisely communicate in English, particularly in technical conversations.