Software Engineer - Research & Development (8-13 yrs)

Role Overview :

We are seeking a seasoned and innovative Software Engineer to join our Research & Development team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of software products, while also engaging in forward-looking research to explore new technologies and features. Youll work across a broad range of systems and technologies, including C/C++, Python, containerization, and storage protocols, in a dynamic Agile development environment.

This position requires both deep technical expertise and the ability to collaborate across teams, solve complex problems independently, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and maintain core product features and functionalities.

- Investigate and troubleshoot issues in existing software and develop fixes or enhancements.

- Conduct research into new product features and technologies using languages such as C, C++, and Python.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality, scalable software solutions.

- Contribute to Agile development processes, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.

- Continuously identify areas for improvement and innovation in products and processes.

Requirements :

- 8+ years of hands-on software development experience with C/C++ or similar programming languages.

- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

- Solid understanding of Linux systems, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.

- Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.

- Experience working with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker) and orchestration tools like Kubernetes is a strong plus.

- Understanding of the Linux I/O subsystem and networking fundamentals is desirable.

- Experience with storage protocols, clustering architectures, or distributed systems is an advantage.

- Exposure to AI tools, frameworks, or machine learning libraries is a plus.

- Proven ability to collaborate in a distributed/remote team setting.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Ability to integrate software components and communicate technical ideas clearly to various stakeholders.

- Creative thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.

Preferred Skills :

- Advanced experience with the Linux operating system, including system-level debugging and scripting.

- Proficiency in using project tracking and issue management tools such as JIRA.

- Familiarity with open-source development practices.