Senior Software Engineer

About This Role:

We are seeking an experienced
Senior Software Engineer (C++ / Qt)
to join our team in developing high-performance, cross-platform applications. In this role, you will
design, implement, and maintain complex software systems
with a focus on user interfaces built using the
Qt framework
. You'll work closely with UI/UX designers and other engineers to deliver robust, maintainable, and scalable solutions that enhance user experience and workflow efficiency.

As a senior engineer, you will also play a key role in
technical decision-making
,
code reviews
, and
mentoring junior developers
.

Location:
Based in Penang/Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced application features and user interfaces using
  C++ and the Qt framework (Widgets, QML)
  .
• Collaborate with UI/UX and backend teams to translate requirements into clean, efficient, and scalable code.
• Architect and integrate
  Qt-based UI components
  with backend systems, APIs, and data models.
• Optimize application performance, responsiveness, and memory usage across multiple platforms (Windows, Linux, macOS).
• Conduct thorough
  code reviews
  , provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and performance bottlenecks.
• Contribute to
  technical documentation
  , build pipelines, and CI/CD processes.
• Mentor junior developers and assist in developing team technical capabilities.
• Participate in
  architecture discussions
  , planning sessions, and sprint reviews.

Required Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in
  Computer Science
  , Software Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years
  of professional experience in
  C++ software development
  (preferably modern C++17 or later).
• Proven expertise in the
  Qt framework
  (Qt Widgets, QML, and Qt Creator).
• Solid understanding of
  OOP, MVV, MVVM
  and
  design patterns
  .
• Experience in
  cross-platform development
  (Windows, Linux, macOS).
• Familiarity with
  version control and CI/CD tools
  such as GitLab, SonarQube, and ELK stack.
• Strong
  debugging
  ,
  optimization
  , and
  problem-solving
  abilities with a deep focus on software performance and reliability.
• Provides
  technical decision-making
  ,
  conducting code reviews
  , and
  mentoring junior developers
  to uphold engineering excellence.
• Excellent
  communication
  skills with the ability to
  work independently
  and provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.

Preferred Experience:

• Familiarity with
  CMake, unit testing frameworks
  (GTest), or
  CI/CD
  .
• Exposure to
  Agile / Scrum
  development environments.
• Experience in
  embedded system
  ,
  FPGA technologies
  or
  EDA (Electronic Design Automation)
  workflows.
• Knowledge of
  software architecture design
  ,
  plugin frameworks
  , or
  modular application design
  .
• Performs detailed
  code profiling
  and
  optimization
  to enhance application performance, responsiveness, and resource efficiency.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work on
  innovative, technically challenging projects
  .
• Collaborative environment that encourages
  technical growth and ownership
  .
• Competitive compensation and career progression aligned with your expertise.

Interested? We'd love to hear from you Apply now.

About Silicon X:

Silicon X is a chip product company specializing in low-latency, low power, and cost-effective FPGA solutions. We are proud to be Asia's pioneering end-to-end FPGA company, pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation in programmable logic. We empower industries with high-quality, locally developed solutions that meet and exceed international standards. With a focus on delivering sustainable, efficient, and accessible FPGA technology, we are dedicated to creating products known for their exceptional performance and reliability.