Senior C++/Qt Instrument Software Engineer

Monarch Quantum, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off 20 days

13 company holidays

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Monarch Quantum, Inc. in San Diego is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to build our foundation from the ground up.

This hands-on role requires a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and collaboration with leadership to shape engineering practices. You will develop and maintain C++ software for instrument communication and GUI applications, implement Qt 6 interfaces, and collaborate across firmware, hardware, and software teams while maintaining robust documentation and

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Software/Computer Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional C++ software development experience.
• Experience with Qt 6 for GUI development and Qt Widgets & QML.
• Familiarity with unit testing (Google Test) and modern C++ (C++14/17/20).
• Experience with build systems (CMake) and version control (Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain C++ software for instrument communication and GUI applications.
• Implement and improve Qt-based graphical user interfaces for commercial and internal applications.
• Design and develop reliable software components that interact with hardware devices.
• Write unit tests using Google Test to ensure software reliability and robustness.
• Use CMake to manage build configurations and dependencies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including firmware, hardware, and software engineers.
• Participate in code reviews and adhere to best coding practices.
• Maintain clear and well-structured documentation.

Skills

C++ development

Qt 6 GUI

CMake

Google Test

Git

Multithreading

SCPI/Device protocols

Agile development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering / Computer Engineering

Tools

Qt 6

CMake

Google Test

Git

Job description

Monarch Quantum, Inc. in San Diego is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to build our foundation from the ground up.

This hands-on role requires a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and collaboration with leadership to shape engineering practices. You will develop and maintain C++ software for instrument communication and GUI applications, implement Qt 6 interfaces, and collaborate across firmware, hardware, and software teams while maintaining robust documentation and