Senior Software Engineer

Summary

Join TuxCare, a CloudLinux subsidiary, as a Senior Software Engineer and contribute to the development and maintenance of Windows-based projects. You will build, modify, and maintain .NET (C#/.NET) applications, ensuring stability and performance. This role also involves working with and supporting open-source C/C++ projects, adapting them for Windows. The position requires strong C#, C++, and Windows environment expertise, along with experience in build automation and version control. TuxCare offers a remote-first work environment with flexible hours, generous paid time off, medical insurance compensation, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Solid knowledge of C# and the .NET infrastructure (especially on Windows)
• Good C/C++ skills with experience building under Windows (Visual Studio, MinGW, Cygwin)
• Strong understanding of the Windows environment: system libraries, compilers, loaders, and compatibility nuances
• Experience with version control systems (Git)
• Ability to handle dependencies, adjust build scripts, and resolve compatibility issues
• Skills in reading and analyzing open-source code
• Familiarity with PowerShell and automation of build/deployment processes

Responsibilities

• Build, modify, and maintain .NET on Windows
• Make changes and extensions, maintain .NET (C#/.NET) on Windows
• Modify .NET and C/C++ codebases to ensure stable operation on Windows
• Possess a deep understanding of the Windows infrastructure (especially system components and the build process)
• Be able to work with various build approaches: MSBuild/Visual Studio as well as alternative tools (MinGW, Cygwin)
• Set up build automation (CI/CD) for various Windows environments (including MSBuild, MinGW, Cygwin, etc.)
• Build and support various open-source C/C++ projects on Windows
• Maintain, fix bugs, and adapt them for Windows
• Handle project builds with an awareness of dependencies and environment differences (especially when Windows support is limited)
• Maintain and develop or port existing build scripts (PowerShell/Bash/Batch, etc.)
• Investigate, fix, and track issues encountered during building or running open-source projects
• Work with version control systems (Git), participate in code reviews, and handle pull/merge requests

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in setting up and running CI/CD (GitLab, Jenkins, or similar) for Windows projects
• Understanding cross-platform builds (Linux/Windows) and experience working with package managers (vcpkg, NuGet, Conan, etc.)
• Experience interacting with open-source communities, contributing pull requests, and engaging in discussions

Benefits

• A focus on professional development
• Interesting and challenging projects
• Fully remote work with flexible working hours, that allows you to schedule your day and work from any location worldwide
• Paid 24 days of vacation per year, 10 days of national holidays, and unlimited sick leaves
• Compensation for private medical insurance
• Co-working and gym/sports reimbursement
• Budget for education
• The opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent