Principal C++ Software Engineer - ArcGIS Geocoding Algorithms

You'll work alongside product engineers, developers, and users to create location-based APIs, geocoding services, and enhancements to Esri software in the mobile, desktop, server, and online environments.

This is a great opportunity to design and develop next-gen Esri technology. We love making a difference and leading the way in developing innovative technology.

Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position.

Responsibilities

• Write scalable, reusable, and maintainable code
• Develop advanced search algorithms for finding the best candidate amongst billions of candidate records
• Design and implement efficient data formats and structures for large amounts of spatially enabled data optimized for rapid search
• Optimize existing and new C++ code to reduce memory consumption and to increase performance and scalability

• 8+ years of related software development experience
• Strong development skills in C++ (C++11 and higher, STL, Boost, Clang, MSVC), and/or Rust
• Strong background in algorithms, data structures and design patterns
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Systems, GIS, or related field

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience developing search and/or geocoding solutions
• Experience developing location-based services
• Experience with cloud-based architectures and microservices
• Experience developing desktop and enterprise solutions
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Systems, GIS, or related field

$145,600-$241,280 USD life insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, 401(k), relocation assistance United States, California, Redlands 380 New York Street (Show on map) Mar 17, 2026, Esri's competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is $145,600 - $241,280 USD

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