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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # C++ Software Engineer (Senior, Staff, or Lead) - **Company:** Ghost Inc - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $185,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Profiling, Software Quality, Code Review, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Scripting, Git, Linux Development, Gitlab-ci, Integration Tests, Solid Principles, Build Tools, C++14, Docker - **Published:** July 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d7d28c8f8b3fd6d9 ## About the Role * Typically reached with 5+ years of relevant experience, or 3+ years following a PhD * Owns a defined technical area and delivers independently end to end * Mentors less-experienced engineers * Track record of shipping production C++ in real systems Staff C++ Software Engineer * Typically reached with 8+ years of relevant experience * Drives technical direction and architecture across the team's area * Sets engineering standards and multiplies the output of others * Demonstrated influence beyond their own deliverables, across teams or a whole codebase Lead C++ Software Engineer * Typically reached with 10+ years of relevant experience, including experience guiding engineers * Staff-level technical scope plus people-leadership responsibilities: direct reports, hiring, performance, and team planning * Demonstrated ability to grow engineers and run a healthy, productive team, * Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or newer), with real experience shipping production systems. We weigh what you've built and shipped over where your degree is from. An advanced degree in CS, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field is one path in. Equivalent industry experience is another, and just as welcome. * Hands-on command of modern C++ concepts: RAII, smart pointers, move semantics, templates and generic programming, concurrency primitives and thread safety, and clean API and library design * Solid understanding of software design principles and patterns * Experience working in Linux development environments * Hands-on experience with Git and collaborative workflows * Experience setting up or maintaining CI pipelines (GitLab CI preferred) * Familiarity with build systems such as CMake * Strong debugging skills and attention to detail, * Experience in robotics, embedded systems, or real-time software * Familiarity with ROS / ROS 2 * Experience with cross-compilation or embedded Linux * Knowledge of performance profiling and optimization * Experience with Docker or containerized development environments * Exposure to Python or other scripting languages for tooling ## Description We're hiring a C++ Software Engineer with strong modern C++ skills and solid general software engineering practices. You'll work on core robotics software while also contributing to the tooling, build systems, and CI infrastructure that keep our development fast and reliable. This role suits someone who enjoys both architecting clean C++ systems and owning the engineering environment around them. How leveling works This is one role, open at the Senior, Staff, or Lead level. The responsibilities below reflect the core of the role at every level. You don't need to decide which level fits you before applying. The selected candidate will be placed at the level commensurate with the skills, scope, and experience they demonstrate through the interview process, and the offer will align with that level. Senior and Staff are individual-contributor positions. Lead carries the same technical scope plus people-leadership responsibilities, for candidates who want them. What you'll do (all levels) * Design, implement, and maintain high-quality C++ code for robotics systems * Apply modern C++ (C++17/20) design patterns and best practices * Contribute to system architecture with a focus on performance, safety, and maintainability * Set up and maintain Linux-based development environments * Configure and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipelines for build, test, and deployment * Improve build systems (e.g., CMake) and dependency management * Write unit and integration tests, and support automated testing workflows * Collaborate with robotics, controls, and hardware engineers * Participate in code reviews and help raise overall code quality ## Related Videos - [Code to Road in < 12 hours](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1082-code-to-road-in-12-hours) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Why Your Best Mediors Never Become Seniors (And How to Fix It)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2108-why-your-best-mediors-never-become-seniors-and-how-to-fix-it) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Navigating the Future of Junior Developers in Tech](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1280-navigating-the-future-of-junior-developers-in-tech) - [Stop Committing Your Secrets - GIt Hooks To The Rescue!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/573-stop-committing-your-secrets-git-hooks-to-the-rescue) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)