C++ Software Development Engineer II - Graph Algorithms
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jan 26, 2026. Esri scores B on the Alion truth index.
Overview
Do you ever want to navigate the best way to get to a taco stand; know how many taco stands are within 10 minutes of your current location; or wonder how you can optimize traveling to all of them to savor the ultimate taco? If you love tacos and love graph algorithms and optimization, we’ve got the ideal job for you!
Join the ArcGIS Network Analyst team and build state-of-the-art routing algorithms used by companies all over the world to optimize their delivery fleet, provide driving directions, identify locations to site stores based on travel patterns, and much more. Our work touches millions of users and has a far-reaching impact.
You will work on a team focused on designing and implementing high-performance graph algorithms exposed in mobile, desktop, server, and cloud-based APIs and solutions within ArcGIS. This is a challenging and gratifying opportunity to apply your coding skills and passion for excellence to craft solutions for real-world transportation problems.
Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement algorithms and solvers in C++ for transportation routing problems
- Optimize existing and new C++ code to reduce memory consumption and to increase performance and scalability
- Analyze computational complexity of algorithms
- Work with product engineers to diagnose root causes for incorrect software behavior and failures
- Fix bugs in the existing C++ codebase
- Write comprehensive technical specifications and design documents
- Participate throughout the software development life cycle
Requirements
- 1+ years of experience designing and implementing transportation network graph algorithms
- Experience with C++11 and modern C++ style and idioms
- Experience designing, analyzing, and implementing graph algorithms
- Familiarity with basic data structures
- Ability to clearly describe and analyze a problem and to articulate a solution
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong time management, prioritization, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
- Master degree or Ph.D. in computer science, engineering, or a related field
Recommended Qualifications
- Experience in code profiling and performance optimization
- Knowledge of GIS, logistics, and transportation networks
Total Rewards
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
$101,192—$167,336 USD
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.
If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
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