C++ Developer

ETAP Software; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 112,800 - 150,500; Full time

Job summary

ETAP Software is looking for a talented Senior Software Engineer to join its R&D team in Houston, Texas. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in Windows desktop application development and a strong proficiency in C++, C#, and Visual Studio. You will collaborate with a skilled team to design and develop high-performance software solutions in the energy domain.

This role offers a competitive salary range of $112,800 to $150,500. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Windows desktop application development.
• Solid experience working with ODBC, SQL Server, and LocalDB.
• Deep understanding of database design, SQL queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Windows desktop applications.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and QA teams to deliver new features and enhancements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.

Skills

C++

C#

Visual Studio

ODBC

SQL Server

LocalDB

multithreading

parallel programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer

Location: Irvine, CA

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview:

We are looking for a talented and forward‑thinking Senior Software Engineer to join our R&D team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys building robust desktop applications, solving complex technical challenges, and working on impactful products in the energy domain. You’ll collaborate with a highly skilled team to design and develop high-performance software while continuously improving code quality, scalability, and user experience.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Windows desktop applications
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and QA teams to deliver new features and enhancements
• Build and optimize database‑driven solutions with a focus on performance and scalability
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical direction
• Continuously improve development processes, code quality, and system performance
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues

What You Bring

• 7+ years of experience in Windows desktop application development
• Strong proficiency in C++, C#, and Visual Studio
• Solid experience working with ODBC, SQL Server, and LocalDB
• Deep understanding of database design, SQL queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning
• Experience with multithreading and parallel programming
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented design principles and STL
• Good understanding of Windows architecture and backend systems
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required; no visa sponsorship will be provided

Salary Range: $112,800.00 - $150,500.00

Background checks: ETAP requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ETAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace culture.