Senior Software Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 9, 2026. Persistent Systems scores B on the Alion truth index.
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 a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with expertise in GNSS correction services, precise positioning technologies, and distributed systems development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance software solutions that power real-time positioning systems and location-based services.
- Role: Senior Software Engineer
- Location: Pune
- Experience: 7 to 11 Years
- Job Type: Full Time Employment
What You'll Do:
- Design, develop, and maintain software components for GNSS correction and positioning services.
- Develop real-time correction data distribution solutions using industry-standard formats such as RTCM, SSR, and OSR.
- Implement and optimize precise positioning algorithms supporting RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) and PPP (Precise Point Positioning) workflows.
- Build scalable microservices-based applications for correction generation, processing, and dissemination.
- Develop high-performance, multithreaded applications using Modern C++ and Python.
- Integrate messaging and streaming technologies such as ZeroMQ and Kafka for low-latency data transport.
- Design and implement REST and gRPC-based service integrations.
- Work on Linux and Windows environments for application development, deployment, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
- Participate in architecture design discussions for distributed and real-time systems.
- Optimize application performance, resource utilization, scalability, and reliability.
- Develop containerized applications using Docker and related technologies.
- Collaborate with DevOps, product management, GNSS specialists, and engineering teams to deliver business requirements.
- Contribute to CI/CD implementation, automated testing, and release management processes.
- Investigate production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
- Develop technical documentation, design specifications, and operational guidelines.
- Support high-availability and low-latency system initiatives across the platform.
Expertise You'll Bring:
- 7-11 years of experience in software development with a strong focus on systems programming and distributed applications.
- Strong programming expertise in Modern C++ (C++17/20 or later).
- Good hands-on experience with Python development.
- Deep understanding of multithreading, concurrency, synchronization, and performance optimization.
- Strong knowledge of microservices architecture and distributed system development.
- Experience building real-time, high-performance software applications.
- Hands-on experience with messaging technologies such as ZeroMQ and Kafka.
- Strong Linux development and troubleshooting experience.
- Experience working on Windows application development environments.
- Knowledge of REST and gRPC-based service integration.
- Experience with Docker and containerized deployments.
- Proven ability to debug, troubleshoot, and optimize complex software systems.
- Strong understanding of software design patterns and scalable application architecture.
- Experience developing reliable, fault-tolerant, and low-latency systems.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience collaborating with distributed and cross-functional engineering teams.
- Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies.
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
Let?s unleash your full potential at Persistent -persistent.com/careers
?Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.?