Senior Software Engineer

Comscore, Inc.

. Design and build complex, large-scale applications and distributed systems that collect, process, transform, and distribute high volumes of data for analysis .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $170,000 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in C/C++ software development, particularly in modernizing legacy codebases and implementing high-quality, scalable solutions. Proficient in diagnosing and resolving complex issues within Windows environments while mentoring and influencing engineering teams.

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C/C++ Software DevelopmentModern C++ (C++17/20)Windows Crash-Dump AnalysisRefactoring Legacy CodeProject Management

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Hard Skills

C/C++ ProgrammingRAIISmart PointersSTLConcurrencyWin32 APIsATLCOMVisual StudioWinDbg

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilityOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoringInfluencing Others

Tools & Technologies

Windows Diagnostic ToolsCI/CD PracticesAutomated TestingStatic AnalysisLogging

Industry Keywords

Technical DebtArchitectural RisksResource ManagementPerformance ProblemsData Analysis

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and build complex, large-scale applications and distributed systems that collect, process, transform, and distribute high volumes of data for analysis
Develop components for PCs and mobile devices that capture user behavioral data using advanced engineering and reverse-engineering techniques
Help lead product development initiatives and influence technical direction
Design scalable and high-quality solutions
Serve as a technical advisor to other teams
Own and maintain critical areas of a large, established Windows C/C++ codebase
Modernize legacy code using C++17/20, RAII, smart pointers, STL, and safer resource-management practices
Identify and prioritize technical debt, architectural risks, obsolete dependencies, and maintainability issues
Refactor tightly coupled or complex components while preserving existing behavior and compatibility
Diagnose crashes, memory corruption, leaks, deadlocks, race conditions, and performance problems using Visual Studio, WinDbg, and Windows diagnostic tools
Improve automated testing, static analysis, logging, and CI/CD practices for existing components
Manage compiler, SDK, library, and third-party dependency upgrades
Establish and promote modern C++ coding, architecture, and code-review standards
Mentor engineers working in complex or unfamiliar areas of the codebase
Partner with engineering leadership to balance feature development, modernization, reliability, and technical-debt reduction

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of professional C/C++ software development experience
Demonstrated experience refactoring and modernizing large legacy C++ codebases
Strong knowledge of modern C++, including RAII, smart pointers, STL, concurrency, object lifetime, and resource management
Strong knowledge of Win32 APIs, Windows processes/threads, DLLs, synchronization, IPC, services, and file I/O
Experience developing and debugging with ATL and COM
Windows crash-dump and performance analysis experience
Experience debugging complex native-code issues with Visual Studio and WinDbg
1-2 years experience managing projects
Strong analytical ability, including analyzing large data sets and recognizing patterns
Ability to influence and impact others
Ability to manage own time effectively
High levels of responsibility, strong organizational skills, and proactive approach
Ability to train and mentor others
Strong communication skills
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship
Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process after hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work schedule that supports both collaboration and focused work time