Senior C++ Developer

As a Senior C++ Developer at Nagarro, you will independently learn and proficiently work with new frameworks like OpenTelemetry and gRPC, design APIs and software components, and develop high-quality C++ libraries. You will also address client needs, troubleshoot complex bugs, and contribute to a collaborative software development team following agile methodologies.

To qualify for the Senior C++ Developer position at Nagarro, you should have proven expertise in C++, including memory management, pointers, and multithreading, along with familiarity with C++17. Experience in Linux development, strong communication skills, and a passion for innovative solutions are also essential.

Nagarro fosters a dynamic and non-hierarchical culture where Senior C++ Developers are encouraged to provide constructive feedback, assist team members, and contribute to code reviews and design discussions. We value self-sufficiency and a mindset of continuous improvement, creating an inspiring environment for growth and collaboration.

A Senior C++ Developer at Nagarro should be proficient in C++, familiar with C++17, and comfortable with Linux operating systems. Knowledge of additional technologies such as Docker, GitLab, Jenkins, and cloud technologies would be a plus, as well as experience with frameworks like OpenTelemetry, gRPC, and OPC-UA.

At Nagarro, Senior C++ Developers have the opportunity to mentor team members by helping them to understand technology integration and maintaining high delivery standards. The collaborative culture emphasizes feedback and growth, making it a rewarding space for both personal and professional development.

When answering this question, highlight your familiarity with memory allocation, RAII, and smart pointers. Discuss how you've managed memory effectively in past projects and how you've approached challenges related to memory leaks or management in C++. Be specific about techniques you've used.

Discuss specific design patterns you’ve implemented, such as Singleton, Factory, or Observer. Explain how they solved particular challenges in your projects and provided solutions that contributed to maintaining clean, efficient code.

Detail your preferred debugging tools and techniques, such as using gdb or Visual Studio debuggers. Share an example where you successfully diagnosed and resolved a complex bug, and explain your step-by-step process.

Share an experience illustrating your aptitude for learning technologies like gRPC or OpenTelemetry. Emphasize the strategies you used to accelerate your learning and how it benefited your team and project outcomes.

Highlight your comfort level with Linux, mentioning any specific distributions you’ve worked on. Discuss shell scripting, file management, or how you leverage Linux tools for development, showcasing your supportive role in a Linux-based development team.

Explain your process for maintaining high standards, including code reviews, automated testing, and adherence to coding standards. Provide examples where your focus on quality positively impacted project success.

Discuss your familiarity with agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban. Describe how you contributed to team dynamics, facilitated sprints, or improved processes in past roles, highlighting the positive outcomes.

Demonstrate your ability to simplify complex technical subjects for non-technical team members. Share examples of successful communication and the impact it had on project clarity and execution, showing your skills in stakeholder engagement.

Use this question to narrate a specific project that posed significant challenges, detailing your role and how you navigated issues. Focus on problem-solving strategies, collaboration efforts, and what the outcome revealed about your abilities.

Articulate your passion for software engineering, innovative problem-solving, and driving successful project outcomes. Connect your motivations to past experiences and how it aligns with Nagarro’s culture of excellence and innovation.