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C++ Software Development Engineer I

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Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic C++ Software Engineer to help us develop high performance, cross-platform, spatial analysis and visualization capabilities for mobile and desktop devices, leveraging the latest General-Purpose Graphics Processing Unit (GPGPU) technologies.
Esri is the world leader in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Our ArcGIS Maps SDKs enable developers to bring high-performance, fully featured 2D and 3D mapping, analysis and visualization into their own applications. Bring your passion for parallel algorithms and C++ development to build fast, cross-platform, world-leading products like this using cutting edge technologies within a company that values innovation and actively invests in research and development.
Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Edinburgh area for this position.
Responsibilities
- Innovate to articulate and solve complex problems
- Design and develop high-quality software components that follow industry-standard design patterns, development methodologies, and deployment models
- Apply and promote good software engineering practices such as test automation, modularization, simplification
- Work effectively with members of other software development teams in an agile, interactive, and creative environment
- Find, analyse, and fix bugs and performance problems whenever and wherever they occur
Requirements
- 1+ year of software development experience (recent graduates welcome to apply)
- Fluent in and passionate about modern C++ (11/14/17/20)
- Knowledge of high performance or parallel algorithms
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related STEM field
- Existing work authorization for United Kingdom
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Recommended Qualifications
- Familiarity with GIS applications and technologies
- Cross-platform development, profiling, and debugging
- Understanding of scientific, spatial and graphics algorithms and software design patterns
- Experience with CUDA, Direct3D, Metal, OpenGL, Vulkan, WebGL, or WebGPU, and compute shader programming
- Experience with agile development methodologies (such as Scrum)
- Postgraduate degree in Computer Science or related STEM field
Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is £30,870 - £50,400
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.


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