Senior Software Engineer

As a Senior Software Engineer at Cubic³, your key responsibilities include collaborating on the design and development of our cloud-based PaaS solutions, writing robust code that adheres to established standards, and liaising with internal stakeholders to gather technical requirements. You'll also play a crucial role in mentoring junior developers through various supportive practices, ensuring they grow in their roles while documenting your tasks efficiently using tools like JIRA.

Cubic³ requires candidates for the Senior Software Engineer position to have at least 5 years of professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on backend solutions. Proficiency in C# and .Net, along with a solid understanding of object-oriented design, threading, and testing frameworks like NUnit or xUnit, are essential. Familiarity with agile methodologies and experience in continuous integration is also highly desirable.

Senior Software Engineers at Cubic³ primarily work with C# and .Net technologies, but are also expected to understand web technologies such as HTTP and REST. Knowledge in cloud computing, specifically with Microsoft Azure, and familiarity with development practices like domain-driven design and microservices architecture will enhance your performance in this role, creating impactful software solutions.

At Cubic³, the environment for Senior Software Engineers is dynamic and collaborative, emphasizing teamwork and continuous improvement. You will be working closely alongside talented developers and product owners, where innovation is encouraged. Our culture promotes leadership development and personal growth, making it a stimulating place for dedicated software professionals.

Cubic³ provides an array of benefits for Senior Software Engineers, including 25 days of annual leave, health insurance, and a pension contribution plan. Employees can also participate in a tax saver scheme and benefit from sports and social activities, learning and development opportunities, as well as great annual outings like summer BBQs and holiday parties!

When asked about your experience with C# and .Net, focus on specific projects where you utilized these technologies, discussing the challenges you faced and how you overcame them. Highlight your understanding of object-oriented design principles and how you implemented them to improve software quality.

In your answer regarding mentoring junior developers, emphasize the importance of communication and collaboration. Share specific strategies you’ve employed, such as code reviews or pair programming sessions, and explain how you’ve fostered an inclusive environment that promotes learning.

Discuss your direct experience with agile methodologies, including specific frameworks you’ve worked with, such as Scrum or Kanban. Explain how you contributed to sprint planning and retrospectives, and provide examples of how you adapted to change within projects.

When discussing code quality, mention practices such as thorough testing using unit tests, code reviews, and adherence to coding standards. Explain how you’ve successfully implemented continuous integration practices and how those improved the overall quality of your projects.

An effective answer would include describing domain-driven design (DDD) as an approach that focuses on aligning software design with business goals. Discuss how you have applied DDD principles to foster better collaboration between technical teams and stakeholders, and provide examples of scenarios where DDD led to highly maintainable software solutions.

Share your knowledge of microservices architecture by emphasizing its scalability and flexibility. Discuss your direct experience implementing such architectures and the benefits you witnessed, such as improved deployment times and enhanced system resilience.

In answering this question, outline your experiences with Azure DevOps or similar CI/CD tools. Discuss how you've gained proficiency in setting up build pipelines and automating deployments, and touch on the importance of continuous delivery in the projects you've worked on.

Describe the methods you use to keep your knowledge up to date, such as attending workshops, completing online courses, or participating in relevant communities. Highlight any particular technologies you’ve recently learned and how you've integrated them into your work.

When discussing troubleshooting strategies, explain your systematic approach, such as debugging techniques, analyzing logs, and seeking input from colleagues. Share specific examples of complex issues you've resolved and the impact of these resolutions.

In your response regarding testing frameworks, describe the importance of unit testing and how you've implemented these frameworks in your prior projects. Discuss your process for writing effective test cases, and share how these have improved the reliability of your applications.