C++ Software Development Engineer

Overview

Bring your 2D/3D programming expertise to a team that’s building tools with real-world impact. We're enhancing the 3D analytic capabilities of ArcGIS, the world’s leading geospatial platform, and we’re looking for developers who are passionate about writing clean, efficient code and solving complex spatial challenges.

In this role, you’ll contribute to a modular, high-performance codebase that supports advanced 3D visualization and analysis for professionals across industries—including urban planning, architecture, and engineering. You’ll design and implement robust data structures, apply advanced algorithms, and help shape a platform used by millions worldwide.

We value strong problem-solving skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to continuous learning. If you're excited about building scalable software that makes a difference, we’d love to connect with you.

Check out what this team is working on: https://www.esri.com/en-us/arcgis/products/arcgis-3d-analyst/overview

Responsibilities

• Build C++ software components that follow industry-standard design patterns, development methodologies, and deployment models
• Work closely with product engineers to implement requirements and create application architectures and API to meet product goals
• Create solutions for spatial data access and management of large datasets that are stored in a spatial database or file system
• Design and develop stable software that includes automated test validation
• Develop reusable components and libraries for use internally and as open source
• Work within agile processes for short cycle, fast-paced delivery
• Drive high-impact initiatives that challenge conventional boundaries and deliver breakthrough results
• Solve and articulate complex problems through application design, development, and exemplary user experiences

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working with Modern C++
• Experience with 3D graphics APIs such as WebGPU, OpenGL, or DirectX
• Understanding of algorithms, data structures, and design patterns
• Strong math skills and expertise in computational geometry, topology, and data modeling for terrain and surface analysis
• Experience working with large datasets of vector and terrain/lidar data as well as data structures for storing, manipulating, and visualizing 3D data
• Experience with workflow computing, for example UI programming, scripting, and test authoring