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# C++ Developer

- **Company:** Katalyst Talent Agency
- **Location:** San Mateo, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Data Distribution Service, Software Debugging, Linux, Distributed Systems, Ethernet, Protocol Buffers, Linux System Administration, RabbitMQ, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Cloud Platform System, Backend, Git, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Codebase, Software Version Control
- **Published:** November 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/247f99c1-f920-4646-af3b-451c24233cf0/c-developer

## About the Role

* Fluent spoken English with the ability to explain technical decisions and thought processes clearly.
 * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work through unfamiliar technical problems.
 * Experience with real-world production software, including designing, owning, or debugging non-trivial production components.
 * Strong ability to analyze requirements, identify issues, and propose effective technical solutions., * Experience with backend/cloud systems.
 * Hands-on experience with Pub/Sub infrastructure, including Kafka, RabbitMQ, and topic partitioning.
 * Experience with Protocol Buffers (Protobuf/Nano Protobuf).
 * Experience with Data Distribution Service (DDS).
 * Good understanding of embedded systems.
 * Knowledge of communication protocols such as Ethernet and CAN.
 * Experience working with large-scale codebases.
 * Strong knowledge of Git, version control, and software development workflows., * BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
 * 5 years of software development experience.
 * Strong professional experience with Modern C and Linux.
 * Experience with Pub/Sub, Protobuf, DDS, Ethernet, and/or CAN is highly preferred.

## Description

* Design, develop, debug, and maintain production-grade C software.
 * Work on Linux-based systems and large-scale software codebases.
 * Develop and integrate communication and distributed systems.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver reliable software solutions.
 * Analyze complex technical requirements and develop effective solutions.
 * Participate in technical discussions and clearly communicate design decisions and problem-solving approaches.