Job Title: Senior C++ Software Engineer – Cross-Platform Desktop Applications
Location: Hybrid (1-2 days), Toronto, Canada
Experience Level: 8+ Years
Role Summary: NearSource is looking for a Senior C++ Software Engineer to modernize cross-platform desktop applications used across the VFX and design software ecosystem. Join our engineering team working on a project with a Fortune 500 product company.

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

• Proficient in C++ development for desktop applications
• Strong experience with Python in cross-platform build environments
• Hands-on with Windows, Linux, and macOS development
• Experience with Conan and CMake for dependency and build management
• Familiarity with Git and modern development environments like VSCode

NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS

• Exposure to VFX platforms such as Maya, 3DS Max, and MotionBuilder
• Familiarity with GitHub Co-Pilot or AI-assisted coding tools
• Experience working with tools like Cursor for collaborative development

• Modernize desktop applications by upgrading dependencies to align with Autodesk and VFX Reference Platform standards
• Design, develop, and implement robust software components using C++ and Python
• Support and install software applications across Windows, Linux, and macOS environments
• Participate in testing processes including code reviews, test analysis, and certification
• Collaborate with engineering leads to plan and execute toolchain updates including compilers and libraries
• Contribute to the development and optimization of build pipelines using CMake and Conan
• Ensure code quality and version control using Git and modern development tools