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Legacy POS Software Developer, C++/NCR Cornell Mayo

Backend EngineerSoftware EngineerContractRemoteTeam 201-500Since 1996H1B No SponsorCompany Site LinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

94 days ago

Salary

$60 - $100 / hour

Bachelor Degree5 yrs expEnglishApacheLinuxSubversion

Job Description

• Provide expert Level 2 and Level 3 support for the existing NCR/Cornell Mayo POS system, troubleshooting issues, resolving bugs, and ensuring system stability across all retail stores. • Develop new features and modify existing C++ code to meet evolving business requirements while adhering to established architectural patterns. • Manage and maintain the unique 17-year-old build environments, including Windows XP/Vista/7 systems necessary for specific compilation tools. • Participate in and lead the migration of the codebase from Apache Subversion (SVN) to our enterprise Bitbucket/Git environment. • Manage compilation processes across different environments: using Microsoft Visual Studio (2008 and 2010) for Windows builds and the GNU C/C++ compiler on Linux machines for saleslnx components. • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for the legacy system, build processes, and migration procedures.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum 5 years of Level 3 support experience in supporting NCR/Cornell Mayo POS system.
Deep C++ Proficiency: Strong command of the C++ programming language, with experience in large-scale, enterprise-level applications.
Legacy Toolchain Experience: Hands-on experience with Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 (VC2008) and Visual Studio 2010 (VC2010).
Familiarity with older Windows operating systems (Windows XP, Vista, 7) as development platforms.
Linux/GNU Tools Knowledge: Experience building C++ applications using the GNU C/C++ compiler (g++, gcc) within a Linux environment.
Version Control Systems: Experience with Apache Subversion (SVN) and modern Git workflows (Bitbucket experience is a plus).
Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and debugging skills to quickly diagnose complex issues within a legacy codebase.
Domain Knowledge (Preferred): Prior experience with NCR POS systems, retail software environments, or the Cornell Mayo framework is highly advantageous.