Lead Software Engineer

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.

About Position:

We are seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer - C/C++ Development with strong expertise in database connectivity, data migration, and enterprise integration technologies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and delivering high-performance database connectors and data integration solutions while providing technical leadership and mentoring engineering teams. This role requires deep technical expertise in C/C++, database technologies, and modern software engineering practices across cloud and on-premises environments.

• Role: Lead Software Engineer - C/C++ Development
• Location: All Persistent locations
• Experience: 7 to 10 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of database connectors, endpoint solutions, and integration components.
• Develop high-performance and scalable solutions using C/C++ for enterprise data integration platforms.
• Design and troubleshoot complex database connectivity and interoperability challenges.
• Build and enhance connectors using ODBC, JDBC, database drivers, SDKs, and APIs.
• Collaborate with architects and engineering teams to define technical solutions and implementation strategies.
• Optimize application performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
• Participate in architectural discussions, code reviews, and technical design sessions.
• Troubleshoot production issues and perform root-cause analysis for complex integration challenges.
• Support data migration, data replication, CDC, ETL, and enterprise integration initiatives.
• Work closely with product management, QA, infrastructure, and customer teams to ensure successful solution delivery.
• Drive continuous integration and continuous deployment practices using Jenkins and modern CI/CD pipelines.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practices, quality standards, and reusable design patterns.
• Contribute to technical documentation, deployment procedures, and operational runbooks.
• Support cloud-native integration initiatives across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• 7-10 years of hands-on software development experience with strong proficiency in C/C++.
• Expertise in database connectivity technologies including ODBC, JDBC, drivers, connectors, and SDK-based integrations.
• Strong understanding of SQL, database internals, query processing, and database architecture.
• Experience working on data migration, data replication, CDC, ETL, or enterprise integration platforms.
• Knowledge of database connectivity frameworks, APIs, and data access layers.
• Working knowledge of Java and/or Python.
• Experience with Linux and Windows development environments.
• Hands-on experience with Git, Jenkins, and CI/CD implementation.
• Understanding of software design principles, performance optimization, debugging, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience designing and supporting enterprise-grade software solutions.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized application deployment models.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging capabilities.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, mentoring, and leadership skills.
• Ability to lead technical initiatives and collaborate effectively across global teams.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

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“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”