Senior Product Software Engineer (6+ years only with C++ and C#)

Wolters Kluwer

6+ Years | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Hybrid) | Full Time | 1 day ago

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Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Software Developer to join our dynamic development team. In this role, you will design, develop, test, debug, and implement complex software systems and features. You will also mentor junior developers, provide code reviews, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and system architecture.

Must Have

Design and develop complex software systems and features
Analyze and refactor legacy C++/C# code to improve maintainability, performance, and readability
Design and implement automated tests to increase code coverage (unit, integration, and UI tests)
Identify and resolve technical debt, including outdated patterns, redundant logic, and architectural inconsistencies
Collaborate closely with QA engineers, architects, and product managers to align technical improvements with business needs
Document code changes, refactoring decisions, and testing strategies
Provide code reviews to ensure best practices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and system architecture
Drive continuous improvement in code quality, performance, and maintainability
Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining software components and tools
Modify existing software to meet specialized needs and configurations
Work through the product backlog, estimating time for coding, documentation, and testing
Provide input on system design and architecture
Stay current on emerging technologies and best practices
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
6+ years of experience in software development, preferably in Agile environments
Proven track record of delivering scalable and maintainable software solutions
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and working in cross-functional teams

Good to Have

Solid understanding of Microsoft SQL Server and relational database design
Familiarity with testing frameworks (e.g., MSTest)
Experience with code coverage tools (e.g., Visual Studio Code Coverage, dotCover)
Knowledge of software design principles (SOLID, Clean Code)
Proficiency with Git and version control workflows
Experience working with legacy codebases and refactoring strategies
Knowledge of desktop UI frameworks such as WinForms, WPF, or MFC
Excellent communication and and interpersonal skills
Strong decision-making and conflict-resolution abilities

Job Description

Senior Software Developer

Location: Chennai

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Senior (6+ years)

Job Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Design and develop complex software systems and features.
Analyze and refactor legacy C++/C# code to improve maintainability, performance, and readability
Design and implement automated tests to increase code coverage (unit, integration, and UI tests)
Identify and resolve technical debt, including outdated patterns, redundant logic, and architectural inconsistencies
Collaborate closely with QA engineers, architects, and product managers to align technical improvements with business needs
Document code changes, refactoring decisions, and testing strategies
Provide code reviews to ensure best practices.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and system architecture.
Drive continuous improvement in code quality, performance, and maintainability.
Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining software components and tools.
Modify existing software to meet specialized needs and configurations.
Work through the product backlog, estimating time for coding, documentation, and testing.
Provide input on system design and architecture.
Stay current on emerging technologies and best practices.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

6+ years of experience in software development, preferably in Agile environments.
Proven track record of delivering scalable and maintainable software solutions.
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and working in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills and Technologies

Strong experience in C++ and C# development

Solid understanding of Microsoft SQL Server and relational database design

Familiarity with testing frameworks (e.g., MSTest)

Experience with code coverage tools (e.g., Visual Studio Code Coverage, dotCover)

Knowledge of software design principles (SOLID, Clean Code)

Proficiency with Git and version control workflows

Nice to Have

Experience working with legacy codebases and refactoring strategies

Knowledge of desktop UI frameworks such as WinForms, WPF, or MFC

Leadership Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong decision-making and conflict-resolution abilities.

Our Interview Practices

To maintain a fair and genuine hiring process, we kindly ask that all candidates participate in interviews without the assistance of AI tools or external prompts. Our interview process is designed to assess your individual skills, experiences, and communication style. We value authenticity and want to ensure we’re getting to know you—not a digital assistant. To help maintain this integrity, we ask to remove virtual backgrounds and include in-person interviews in our hiring process. Please note that use of AI-generated responses or third-party support during interviews will be grounds for disqualification from the recruitment process

Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.

Be the Difference

If making a difference matters to you, then you matter to us.

Join us, at Wolters Kluwer, and be part of a dynamic global technology company that makes a difference every day.

We’re innovators with impact. We provide expert software and information solutions that the world’s leading professionals rely on, in the moments that matter most. You’ll make a real difference in the lives of millions of people. Together with our customers, we help to advance sustainability, health, justice, prosperity, and commerce around the world.

You can thrive at Wolters Kluwer, where diversity is core to our collective strength and high performance. Be your unique self, share your creative ideas, do your best work, and take time to grow in our caring and inclusive culture where you can belong.

About Wolters Kluwer

Wolters Kluwer reported 2023 annual revenues of €5.6 billion. The group serves customers in over 180 countries, maintains operations in over 40 countries, and employs approximately 21,400 people worldwide.

Our customers work in industries which impact the lives of millions of people every single day. Our mission is to empower our professional customers with the information, software solutions, and services they need to make critical decisions, achieve successful outcomes, and save time.

Our expert solutions combine deep domain knowledge with technology to deliver both content and workflow automation to drive improved outcomes and productivity for our customers.

We are committed to helping professionals improve the way they do business and solve complex problems with our range of digital solutions and services, which we continuously evolve to meet their changing needs. Our 188-year legacy and portfolio represent thousands of customers worldwide.

For more information about our solutions and organization, visit www.wolterskluwer.com, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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