How to hire a c++ developer

How to hire a c++ developer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step c++ developer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a c++ developer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new c++ developer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The c++ developer hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A c++ developer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, c++ developers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of c++ developers.

   Type of C++ Developer	Description	Hourly rate
   C++ Developer	Software developers are the creative minds behind computer programs. Some develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or another device... Show more	$36-71
   Mobile Applications Developer	A mobile application developer is responsible for designing programming applications for mobile devices according to clients' specifications and business demands. Mobile application developers must have excellent knowledge of the technology industry, as well as computer system commands to develop efficient scripts and smooth navigation of operating systems... Show more	$36-62
   Software Developer Internship	A software developer intern is responsible for assisting the software engineers with the design implementation and shadowing their duties to understand the processes more efficiently. Software developer interns use their classroom knowledge on practical applications, suggesting recommendations on how to make the project successful... Show more	$14-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Python
   • Java
   • C
   • C++
   • JavaScript
   • Algorithms
   • C Net
   • Windows
   • GIT
   • Perl
   • Data Structures
   • Debugging
   • STL
   • Object Oriented Programming

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage code releases relate to this plug-in using SVN.
   • Implement a centralize configuration system for managing application settings, consisting of a desktop application with a WCF backend.
   • Involve in raw data collection of Nigeria stock exchange using Java API.
   • Modify C++ programs on back-end to communicate data with Java applications on front-end.
   • Develop an interactive editor of three-dimensional scene with C++, DirectX 9 and Win32 API.
   • Gain experience with the development, debugging and maintenance of C++ parsing applications for data retrieval of pharmaceutical data.

   More c++ developer duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your c++ developer job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A c++ developer salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a c++ developer in South Carolina may be lower than in California, and an entry-level c++ developer usually earns less than a senior-level c++ developer. Additionally, a c++ developer with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average c++ developer salary

   $106,028yearly

   $50.98 hourly rate

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   Entry-level c++ developer salary

   $75,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 5, 2025

   Average c++ developer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$134,378	$65
   2	New York	$118,670	$57
   3	New Jersey	$104,047	$50
   4	Pennsylvania	$103,822	$50
   5	Illinois	$103,555	$50
   6	Maryland	$99,465	$48
   7	Virginia	$98,962	$48
   8	Massachusetts	$98,791	$48
   9	Texas	$96,912	$47
   10	Delaware	$95,940	$46
   11	New Hampshire	$94,471	$45
   12	Ohio	$92,603	$45
   13	Minnesota	$92,448	$44
   14	Wisconsin	$91,419	$44
   15	North Carolina	$89,221	$43
   16	Colorado	$87,896	$42
   17	Georgia	$86,963	$42
   18	Florida	$84,591	$41
   19	Arkansas	$81,727	$39
   20	South Dakota	$77,950	$37

   Average c++ developer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	The Citadel	$156,196	$75.09	10
   2	Tradeweb	$135,219	$65.01	2
   3	Logitech	$132,049	$63.49
   4	Bloomberg	$130,622	$62.80	146
   5	Atlassian	$129,551	$62.28	1
   6	Barclays	$128,456	$61.76	2
   7	Adobe	$126,685	$60.91	68
   8	Deutsche Bank	$126,326	$60.73	10
   9	Schrödinger Inc	$124,429	$59.82	1
   10	Commvault	$121,963	$58.64
   11	Randstad North America, Inc.	$121,377	$58.35	73
   12	ICES Education	$120,983	$58.16
   13	Parsons	$120,729	$58.04	44
   14	Kelly Services	$118,789	$57.11	2
   15	King	$118,507	$56.97
   16	TeleCommunication Systems	$117,596	$56.54
   17	Motion Recruitment	$117,180	$56.34	35
   18	Serve Incorporated	$117,077	$56.29
   19	The NPD Group	$116,144	$55.84	1
   20	ASML Holding	$115,582	$55.57	6

4. Writing a c++ developer job description

   A c++ developer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a c++ developer job description:

   C++ developer job description example

   Candidate will work as part of a fast paced results-oriented team of software engineers to design and implement the software on custom hardware.
   Candidate must have an (Active) Secret security clearance.
   
   Candidates must have multiple years' experience as a C++ Developer, preferred 5-10 years, which includes:
   * Creating UML Design Artifacts
   * Implementing C++ code from UML Designs
   * Intermediate to advanced experience with modern C++ (smart pointers, containers, maps), and heavy use of abstract classes with pure virtual methods
   * RTOS Experience with either Green Hills Integrity, VxWorks, or similar
   * Unit Testing Framework experience: Google Mock, CPP Unit, Parasoft or similar
   * Static Analysis to scan code for vulnerabilities: Parasoft, Coverity
   * Hardware Software Integrations, running and debugging code on Target hardware
   * Knowledge of implementing endian agnostic code to support different architectures (PPC, ARM)
   
   Major functions:Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, and formal test
   
   Develop new software designs and implementations, per requirements, using UML to document the designs and Eclipse IDE to implement and debug in C++ utilize CI/CD Pipeline of tools (static analysis, unit tests and code coverage, software integration tests) to ensure coding/security standards are met for all implementations
   
   Object-oriented design and implementation experience in C++, with software designs captured in UML
   
   Experience with static analysis, code coverage tools, and automated test frameworks
   
   Bachelors Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering
   
   Benefits provided: 6 paid holidays, 401K, medical, dental, and vision, sick time as applicable to state law
   Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is proud to provide an equal opportunity workplace and be an affirmative action employer. Consider Butler because we are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We recognize that we thrive on diversity and inclusion for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and the communities where we are located. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find c++ developers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your c++ developer job on Zippia to find and recruit c++ developer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit c++ developers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   Sometimes, it's not enough to interview c++ developer candidates, so you can ask them to do a test project. If you are not a technical person and don't know what a test project should be, you can use these websites:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new c++ developer

   Once you've selected the best c++ developer candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new c++ developer. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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