Senior C++ Workstation Developer

Lumen Solutions Group Inc

Philadelphia, PA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

API Documentation, Bash Scripting, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, CMake, Capital Project, Communication Skills, Communications Architecture, Computer Science, Computer Workstations, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Debugging Skills, Desktop Administration, Desktop Environments, Desktop PC, Desktop Virtualization, Diversity, Documentation, English as a Foreign Language (EFL/TEFL), Git, Graphical User Interface (GUI), Graphical User Interface Software, Gtk GUI (Graphical User Interface) Toolkit, Integration Testing, InterProcess Communication (IPC), Laptop PC, Linux Operating System, Memory Management, Middleware, Migration Strategy, Multithreaded Programming, Operations Processes, Performance Testing, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Qt GUI (Graphical User Interface) Toolkit, Refactoring, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Sockets, Software Administration, Software Engineering, Software Installation, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), System Migration, Test Suite, Unit Test, Window Managers, X Motif GUI Toolkit, X Windows

LOCATION

Philadelphia, PA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Job Title: Senior Linux C/C++ Workstation Developer Location: Onsite – Philadelphia, PA Work Hours: Between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM EST (Standard 8 hours Shift) Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Linux Developer with deep expertise in C/C++ development for desktop environments. This role supports modernization and maintenance of mission-critical applications, including migration from legacy GUI frameworks to modern Linux display protocols. The developer will contribute to real-time processing, fault-tolerant systems, and secure, scalable software solutions. Key Responsibilities: Design and maintain real-time, fault-tolerant desktop applications using C/C++ on Linux. Migrate legacy GUI applications from Motif/X11 to modern protocols like Wayland using GTK, Qt, or EFL. Develop Bash scripts for automation of builds, deployments, and diagnostics. Optimize performance using multithreading, memory management, and low-latency techniques. Debug and profile applications using gdb, valgrind, perf, and strace. Implement secure coding practices and support audit-readiness. Integrate GUI applications with enterprise platforms and middleware. Configure lightweight desktop environments and custom window managers. Manage source code using Bitbucket, Git, and CI/CD pipelines. Develop IPC mechanisms (sockets, shared memory, DBus) for inter-process communication. Document architecture, migration strategies, and operational procedures. Support containerized deployment using Docker. Deliverables: High-performance compiled binaries and executables for Linux systems. Source code repositories with structured C/C++ code and version control. Bash scripts for automation and integration. GUI components migrated to modern toolkits. Documentation including API references, migration plans, and user manuals. Test suites for unit, integration, and performance testing. CI/CD pipeline configurations. Accessibility features and compliance support. Legacy code refactoring reports. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Minimum 10 years of hands-on C/C++ development experience on Linux. Proficiency in Bash scripting and legacy GUI frameworks (Motif, X11, MWM). Experience with Wayland, GTK, Qt, and EFL. Familiarity with Bitbucket, Git, CI/CD, and build systems (CMake, Make). Strong debugging and profiling skills. Knowledge of Linux internals, IPC, and performance tuning. Excellent documentation and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Deep knowledge of Linux kernel scheduling for deterministic latency. Experience writing custom Wayland protocols and compositor extensions. Expertise in Zero-Copy IPC using shared memory for performance optimization. Additional Information: This is an onsite role based in Philadelphia, PA. Candidates may be required to attend offsite software installations. The position supports a capital and reimbursable project under a technology refresh initiative. ***Lumen and / or its clients will not provide equipment (Laptop, monitor, etc.) to the selected contractor. The contractor must have their own equipment. Access to a virtual desktop set up (software) will be provided by Lumen’s client, allowing the user access to the required systems and technology.*** Lumen Solutions Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.

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