Senior C Developer

As a Senior C Developer at Portable, you will be tasked with developing new features and integrations to enhance our systems. You'll work collaboratively with team members, participate in daily standups, and troubleshoot hardware or operating system issues. You'll also play a significant role in mentoring other developers by hosting skill-enhancing sessions and reviewing their code to ensure quality and support growth.

To qualify for the Senior C Developer position at Portable, candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, with a strong emphasis on C programming and Linux system management. Proficiency in Bash scripting and a solid understanding of networking protocols are crucial. Familiarity with additional technologies such as Python and Azure cloud services will be beneficial but is not required.

The working environment for a Senior C Developer at Portable is collaborative and dynamic. Team members tackle challenges together during standups, supporting each other’s growth and sharing wins. We embrace a hybrid work model, with flexibility allowing developers to work from home or in the office as needed. Our culture fosters inclusivity and creativity, making every voice valuable.

Portable offers a comprehensive benefits package for the Senior C Developer role, including a competitive salary ranging from $115,000 to $135,000 plus 11% superannuation. Additional benefits include flexible work arrangements, enhanced leave options, a professional development budget, profit-sharing opportunities, and access to an Employee Assistance Program for well-being support.

Portable is dedicated to the professional growth of its Senior C Developers. Each year, you’ll receive a professional development budget of $1000, allowing you to attend courses or workshops. You’ll also have opportunities to join programs like Emerging Leaders and engage in knowledge-sharing sessions with your peers, helping to expand both your technical and leadership skills.

Your answer should reflect your journey into software development. Share specific experiences, challenges you've overcome, or projects that fueled your passion for coding, especially in C. Mention how these experiences shaped your desire to create impactful software.

Highlight your hands-on experience managing Linux systems and your specific use of systemd for service management. Provide examples of how you've implemented or troubleshot systemd services in past projects, showcasing your proficiency.

Discuss your systematic approach to debugging. Consider mentioning specific debugging tools you use, and provide an example of a complex issue you resolved, focusing on your analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Share your experience writing Bash scripts, detailing any tasks you’ve automated or processes improved through your scripts. Including specific examples will demonstrate your ability to use Bash effectively within your projects.

Explain your strategies for continuous learning. Mention online resources, workshops, or communities you engage with, and discuss your approach to learning new languages or frameworks, such as Python or Angular.

Use this opportunity to discuss a specific challenge you encountered while working on a team project. Focus on how you navigated the situation, the skills you utilized, and what the outcome was. Emphasize teamwork and communication.

Provide a detailed account of a previous project where you upgraded or modernized legacy software. Focus on your role in the process, the technologies used, and how your contributions led to significant improvements in functionality or performance.

Discuss the value of code reviews in maintaining code quality and encouraging collaborative growth. Share how you've participated in or facilitated code reviews, focusing on your approach to providing constructive feedback.

Describe your time management strategies and how you prioritize tasks when juggling multiple projects. Discuss specific tools or methodologies you apply to ensure you're meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work.

Express an openness to constructive criticism, emphasizing how it contributes to personal and professional growth. Share a specific instance where feedback led to an enhanced outcome in your work or helped you refine your skills.