Lead Software Engineer

SteveRecruiter, LLC; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SteveRecruiter, LLC is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to provide technical leadership across core subsystems of a simulation software platform. This remote role offers autonomy to guide architectural decisions, champion modern engineering practices, and lead delivery of complex features while safeguarding long-term codebase health.

The candidate will work with modern C++ (C++14+), Windows development (Visual Studio 2019+), and MFC, applying ML techniques to simulations and ensuring scalable,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 5+ years of desktop software development experience, ideally in simulation software.
• Proficiency in modern C++ (C++14 or later).
• Experience developing Windows applications with Visual Studio (2019 or later).
• Familiarity with MFC for Windows UI development.
• Experience with object serialization (XML, JSON).
• Applying ML to simulation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across core subsystems of the simulation software platform.
• Guide architectural decisions and champion modern engineering practices.
• Lead delivery of complex features and ensure long-term codebase health.
• Operate with significant autonomy and act as a trusted expert.

Skills

C++14+

ML in simulation

XML/JSON serialization

Desktop software development

Windows platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Visual Studio 2019+

MFC

Job description

Lead Software Engineer

Full Remote

Job Scope:

As a Lead Software Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across the core subsystems for simulation software platform. You will guide architectural decisions, champion modern engineering practices, lead the delivery of complex features, and safeguard the long-term health of the codebase. You will operate with significant autonomy and act as a trusted expert in your domain.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in desktop software development, ideally from a simulation software background
• Proficiency in modern C++ (C++14 or later).
• Experience developing Windows applications with Visual Studio (2019 or later).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Foundation Classes (MFC) for Windows UI development.
• Experience with object serialization and structured data formats (e.g., XML, JSON)
• Applying ML to simulation