Lead Engineer (C#)

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of C++ & C# developers and QA, ensuring effective task allocation and delivery. 
• Own the end-to-end maintenance lifecycle: bug fixing, enhancements, and performance improvements. 
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for all application-related issues. 
• Analyse and troubleshoot complex issues across software and hardware integration layers. 
• Review and improve existing codebases in C++ and C# for maintainability and performance. 
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, version control practices, and release processes. 
• Should be point of contact with the customer, related to technical matters such as collect requirement, estimate, scheduling the releases and ensuring they are done as planned 
• Drive root cause analysis and implement preventive measures. 
• Maintain and improve documentation for system architecture, known issues, and fixes. 
• Support production deployments and handle escalations when required. 
• Follow and improvise processes, guidelines, and documentation standards. 
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement of team and processes. 
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on project requirements. 

Technical/Functional Competency: 

• Strong hands-on experience in C++ and C# development 
• Experience with Windows desktop application development 
• Solid debugging and troubleshooting skills in complex systems 
• Experience working with legacy codebases and maintenance projects 
• Knowledge of multithreading, memory management, and performance tuning is an advantage 
• Hands‑on exposure to version control systems and basic build/release workflows. 
• Proven experience leading small to mid-sized engineering teams 
• Strong code review and mentoring skills 
• Ability to prioritize tasks in an agile environment 
• Good communication skills for coordination across teams 
• Willingness to learn new technologies, tools, and hardware systems.

Qualification and required work experience  

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline
• 7+ years of software development experience
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a technical leadership role

What's in it for YOU 

• A multinational high-tech work environment #LI-Onsite
• Team spirit, fun and passion for technology
• Development and training opportunities
• Attractive salary package including benefits
• We are a fair company
• Opportunities to travel
• Be part of a company that puts ESG at the heart of its mission, for people, planet, and performance.

Averna is committed to employment equity and to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.