Esri

Principal C++ Software Developer – Network Diagram

Paris, FR · Work style not stated · New Position

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EmployerEsri
LocationParis, FR
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeNew Position
Employer posted6 months ago

Overview

As a Principal Software Developer with expertise in software development and applied mathematics, you lead with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to rigor and innovation. You deliver solutions that are correct, scalable, and maintainable while guiding the design and evolution of Network Diagram capabilities within the GIS platform, balancing user needs, technical constraints, performance, and long-term architecture. You will collaborate with engineers, architects, GIS experts, and UX/UI partners to build interactive network and schematic visualization software that supports critical infrastructure modeling and management, including electric and telecommunications networks.

Responsibilities

Drive technical design and end-to-end delivery of Network Diagram features (rules, layouts, diagram building)
Translate customer and internal needs into clear requirements and implementable solutions
Design and optimize algorithms (geometry/graph theory) for large, real-world network datasets
Collaborate across C++, C#, GIS platform, architecture, UX, and QA to align scope and execution
Ensure quality via code reviews, unit/performance testing, and strong edge-case handling
Establish best practices and mentor engineers to raise engineering standards

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Requirements

8+ years software development experience with demonstrated technical leadership
Expert C++ (STL, C++17, Boost) and strong CS fundamentals (algorithms/data structures/design patterns)
Applied math skills (geometry, graph theory) and performance-focused problem solving
Experience with testing (unit + performance), large codebases, and Agile/Scrum
Working knowledge of relational databases
Fluent English communication
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering, or related field

Recommended Qualifications

Ability to use coding language models productively (such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) to accelerate development while maintaining code quality, security, and correctness
Multi-threading/concurrency and performance optimization experience
Utilities/telecom, GIS, or network topology domain knowledge
Familiarity with graph databases/graph analytics
Master’s degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering, or related field

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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!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email askcareers@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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