C Application Engineer

Britech Group

Vista, California

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Architectural Services, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, C Programming Language, CMake, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Debugging Skills, DevOps, Docker, GDB (Gnu Debugger), Git, Identify Issues, Kernel Programming, Lead Generation, Linux Operating System, Machine Tool, Memory Management, Mentoring, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Server Programming/Applications, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Systems/Internals Programming, Technical Strategy, Test Automation, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Vista, California
POSTED
30+ days ago
We are looking looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Developer to join our team, You will be developing and maintaining a complex Linux-based server software environment written in C. This role takes ownership of critical components, drives architectural decisions, and mentors junior developers while contributing directly to product stability, performance, and scalability.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design, implement, and maintain core components of a high-performance C-based server application on Linux.
  • Actively engage in architecture and design discussions, contributing to long-term technical strategy.
  • Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, system-level bugs, and low-level technical challenges.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including QA, DevOps, and product management.
  • Mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and promote best practices in systems programming.
  • Improve development processes, tooling, and system observability across the software lifecycle.
  • Improve build and test automation using CI/CD best practices.
  • Provide support for our international customers, both from our office in California and on-site as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Strong proficiency in C programming with in-depth knowledge of systems-level software development.
  • Experience with Cmake and Make.
  • Extensive experience working in Linux environments, including deep familiarity with kernel interfaces, networking, threading, and memory management.
  • Demonstrated ability to design scalable and robust server-side software            
  • Proficiency with debugging and performance analysis tools (e.g., gdb, strace, valgrind, perf, eBPF).
  • Containerization experience (e.g., Docker, Podman)
  • Experience with version control systems like Git and CI/CD pipelines, experience using GitLab is preferred.
  • Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
  • The ability to work well in a distributed software development group environment.
  • A proactive mindset with the ability to take initiative and lead projects.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of professional experience developing production-grade software in C on Linux systems.
  • Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) and familiarity with build systems is a plus.
  • Prior experience mentoring or leading other developers is strongly preferred.
TRAVEL
Ability to travel internationally for office and customer site support. If required, trips are typically 1 to 2 weeks.
 
 

About the Company

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Britech Group

Britech Group, Inc. is a Technology Staffing Company who are experts in integrating exceptional people with top companies.

With headquarters in San Diego, Britech is serving a diverse range in many industries all over the USA.

Contact us today.

We are members of the CSP

A Certified Woman Owned Business.

While our core clients are here in San Diego, we are offering hiring solutions nationwide.

We are proudly certified with the California Public Utilities Commission as a Woman-Owned Company.

COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
2004
WEBSITE
https://britechgroup.com/