Senior Software Engineer

AVEVA Denmark; Irvine, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

ETAP in Irvine, CA, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain high-performance Windows desktop applications. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance features and deliver robust, database‑driven solutions with emphasis on performance and reliability.

The role requires 7+ years of hands‑on Windows desktop development, strong C++/C# skills, and solid SQL Server/LocalDB experience, plus an aptitude for multithreading and backend design.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on Windows desktop software development.
• Proficient in desktop apps using C++, C#, and Visual Studio.
• Strong experience with ODBC, SQL Server, and LocalDB.
• Solid knowledge of database design, SQL, and performance optimization.
• Skilled in parallel programming and multithreading.
• Strong grasp of object-oriented design and STL usage.
• In‑depth knowledge of Windows architecture and backend development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Windows desktop applications.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance and support software features.
• Work on database‑driven solutions with a focus on performance and reliability.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in code quality, performance, and processes.

Skills

Windows desktop

C++

C#

Visual Studio

ODBC

SQL Server

LocalDB

SQL scripting

Stored procedures

Performance optimization

Multithreading

STL

Windows architecture

Backend development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MFC

WPF

XAML

GDI

Direct2D

Python scripting

Automated testing

Job description

About ETAP

ETAP empowers customers to make informed decisions throughout the life cycle of their projects with innovative software solutions for electrical systems. By applying ETAP solutions, customers experience continuous intelligence during design and engineering and into operations and maintenance using a unified electrical digital twin platform. ETAP supports customers in their digital transformation and sustainable energy transitions for a green and smart future, helping them to prioritize safety, maximize reliability, and stay resilient. Our employees' passion for excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction is our most-prized resource. If you share that passion — and want to be part of a company that leads the energy transition towards a cleaner and more resilient world for future generations — we invite you to join us! ETAP is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.

When you join ETAP you will be contributing to the energy transition towards a cleaner and more resilient world for the future, while advancing your career in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Job Title

Senior Software Engineer

Location

Irvine, CA

Employment Type

Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Windows desktop applications.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance and support software features.
• Work on database‑driven solutions with a focus on performance and reliability.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in code quality, performance, and processes.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands‑on experience in Windows desktop software development.
• Must be Proficient in developing desktop applications using C++, C#, and Visual Studio.
• Strong experience with ODBC, SQL Server, and LocalDB.
• Solid understanding of database design, SQL scripting, stored procedures, and performance optimization.
• Skilled in parallel programming and multithreading techniques.
• Strong grasp of object‑oriented design and use of the Standard Template Library (STL).
• In‑depth knowledge of Windows architecture and backend development.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Foundation Class (MFC).
• Familiarity with WPF, XAML, GDI, and Direct2D (D2D) graphics.
• Exposure to Python scripting and automated testing frameworks.

Salary Range

$112,800.00 - $150,500.00 This pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation that the position offers, and final compensation can vary within the range depending on work location, job experience, skills, and relevant educational attainment and/or training.

Background Check

ETAP requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ETAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.

ETAP empowers customers to make informed decisions throughout the life cycle of their projects with innovative software solutions for electrical systems. By applying ETAP solutions, customers experience continuous intelligence during design and engineering and into operations and maintenance using a unified electrical digital twin platform. ETAP supports customers in their digital transformation and sustainable energy transitions for a green and smart future, helping them to prioritize safety, maximize reliability, and stay resilient. Our employees' passion for excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction is our most-prized resource. If you share that passion — and want to be part of a company that leads the energy transition towards a cleaner and more resilient world for future generations — we invite you to join us! ETAP is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. When you join ETAP you will be contributing to the energy transition towards a cleaner and more resilient world for the future, while advancing your career in a dynamic and innovative environment.

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