Lead Engineer (Desktop)

Sr Software Engineer (Desktop Applications) Work Environment

• Location: Offshore (Hybrid) preferably Pune

Overview Join our dynamic MS Dragon development team as a Sr Software Engineer specializing in C++, C#, .NET , and Windows Internals . You will design and optimize low-level components and real-time, multi-threaded event systems that power mission-critical applications. If you thrive in solving complex technical challenges and building high-performance systems, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Develop: Build robust software components using C++, C#, and .NET frameworks.
• System Integration: Implement low-level COM and ActiveX controls for seamless integration.
• Performance Optimization: Enhance real-time, multi-threaded event-driven systems for speed and scalability.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues related to Windows Internals and system-level programming.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct code reviews and develop automated tests to ensure reliability.
• Continuous Improvement: Profile, debug, and optimize applications for peak performance.

Required Skills

• 10+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong proficiency in C++, C#, .NET.
• Deep understanding of Windows Internals and low-level programming.
• Expertise in COM and ActiveX technologies.
• Experience working with large, legacy C++ COM-based codebases, including debugging, refactoring, and extending existing components.
• Experience with real-time, multi-threaded systems.
• Familiarity with debugging and profiling tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of multithreading and concurrency concepts.
• Experience with Windows Kernel programming.
• Exposure to network programming and security protocols.
• Experience with Windows UI Automation (UIA) and accessibility APIs.
• Experience with installer technologies (MSIX, InstallShield) and application deployment.
• Understanding of memory management and optimization techniques.