Entry Level C++ Developer Jobs
New grad c++ developer jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship project often carries more weight than a long resume. Most openings are Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Consulting & Professional Services roles spread across on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, with employers like Virtu Financial, Nokia, and Saxon Global hiring at this level now.
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Role- Vehicle Controls Engineer C Developer
Location- Dearborn, MI (Onsite)
Duration- 12+ months contract
Job Description:
Responsibilities include:
- Design, develop, code, and test planned changes to software tools along-side with the Vehicle Controls Tools Technical Specialist
- Follow section change control process to bring approved changes to resolution
- Provide user support across the globe via phone, email, Webex, Instant Messaging, and 1/1 user interactions
- Provide user account creation, maintenance, and access controls
- Participate in the development and delivery of training material to global Ford community
- Document changes in the appropriate user manuals and other media
- Participate in User Forum meetings.
Position Qualifications:
- Strong proficiency in C programming language with in-depth hands-on experience preferably in support of an embedded control systems environment
- Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms.
- Working knowledge of C programming concepts, including:
- Data structures
- Pointers
- Bit manipulation techniques
- File handling (read/write operations)
- Hash tables
- Recursion
- Experience in developing applications in Unix/Linux environments.
- Good knowledge of Unix/Linux development tools and concepts, including:
- Make and Makefiles
- GDB
- Vi/Vim editor
- Process creation and management using fork()
- Strong Linux system programming skills.
- Hands-on experience in code debugging and troubleshooting using GDB.
- Knowledge of H32 and A2L file formats.
- Familiarity with Exceed TurboX.
- Experience in control system software development and calibration.
- Experience with interfacing to Postgres database and Postgres table creation.
- Working experience of Code Configuration Management, Jira Issue Management, Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Top Skills:
C Development on Linux
Exceed, Turbo X
Postgres
Role- Vehicle Controls Engineer C Developer
Location- Dearborn, MI (Onsite)
Duration- 12+ months contract
Job Description:
Responsibilities include:
- Design, develop, code, and test planned changes to software tools along-side with the Vehicle Controls Tools Technical Specialist
- Follow section change control process to bring approved changes to resolution
- Provide user support across the globe via phone, email, Webex, Instant Messaging, and 1/1 user interactions
- Provide user account creation, maintenance, and access controls
- Participate in the development and delivery of training material to global Ford community
- Document changes in the appropriate user manuals and other media
- Participate in User Forum meetings.
Position Qualifications:
- Strong proficiency in C programming language with in-depth hands-on experience preferably in support of an embedded control systems environment
- Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms.
- Working knowledge of C programming concepts, including:
- Data structures
- Pointers
- Bit manipulation techniques
- File handling (read/write operations)
- Hash tables
- Recursion
- Experience in developing applications in Unix/Linux environments.
- Good knowledge of Unix/Linux development tools and concepts, including:
- Make and Makefiles
- GDB
- Vi/Vim editor
- Process creation and management using fork()
- Strong Linux system programming skills.
- Hands-on experience in code debugging and troubleshooting using GDB.
- Knowledge of H32 and A2L file formats.
- Familiarity with Exceed TurboX.
- Experience in control system software development and calibration.
- Experience with interfacing to Postgres database and Postgres table creation.
- Working experience of Code Configuration Management, Jira Issue Management, Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Top Skills:
C Development on Linux
Exceed, Turbo X
Postgres
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Entry Level C++ Developer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level c++ developer job?
Build a portfolio of personal or academic projects that show you can write clean, working C++ code. Employers at the entry level care most about fundamentals: memory management, object-oriented design, and data structures. Internship experience helps, but self-taught candidates with strong GitHub projects and contributions to open-source repositories compete seriously for junior roles. Tailor your resume to each job description and highlight any relevant coursework or capstone work.
Which companies hire entry level c++ developers?
Companies hiring entry level c++ developers right now include Virtu Financial, Nokia, and Saxon Global, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including game studios, defense contractors, embedded systems firms, and financial technology companies that build performance-critical software.
Are there remote entry level c++ developer jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles are still common at this stage because many employers prefer to onboard junior developers in person. About 11% of entry level c++ developer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility do have real options without limiting themselves to a single city or region.
Are these new grad c++ developer jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior c++ developer roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and explicitly accepts internships, academic projects, or a strong portfolio in place of full-time work history. Look for language like "entry level," "new grad," or "no prior professional experience required" in the job description to confirm the role is open to candidates just starting out.
Which industries hire the most entry level c++ developers?
Entry Level c++ developer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely heavily on C++ for performance-sensitive applications, from real-time systems and game engines to low-latency trading platforms, which makes them consistent sources of junior hiring across experience levels.