Desktop Application Developer at Metropolitan School of Business and Management UK

Job Description

• We are seeking a talented and experienced Desktop Application Developer to join our team. As a Desktop Application Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining cross-platform desktop applications for the Windows, MacOS, and Linux operating systems.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the development team to understand project requirements and translate them into functional desktop applications.
• Design and develop user-friendly, efficient, and reliable desktop applications using industry best practices and coding standards.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code for new features and enhancements.
• Perform thorough testing and debugging to ensure high-quality and bug-free applications.
• Conduct code reviews to identify areas of improvement and optimize performance.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, tools, and platforms related to desktop application development.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues reported by users or the support team in a timely manner.
• Work closely with the UI/UX designers to ensure a seamless and intuitive user experience.
• Collaborate with the backend development team to integrate desktop applications with backend services.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience in desktop application development for Windows, MacOS, and Linux platforms.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C++, C#, or Java.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
• Experience with cross-platform frameworks such as Qt, Electron, or JavaFX.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git or SVN.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud storage and filesharing systems.
• Familiarity with networking protocols and APIs.
• Knowledge of data encryption and security practices.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.