Principal Engineer Software C++ & CICD (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2026-01-20

Country:

India

Location:

IN-KA-BENGALURU-NORTHGATE ~ Sy No 2/2 Venkatala Village ~ SY NO 2/2 VENKATALA VILLAGE, Yelahanka Hobli

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

Principal Engineer – C++ / Linux CI-CD

Experience: 10–14 Years
Location: Bangalore Karnataka
Work Model: Hybrid

About the Role

Collins Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled Principal Engineer to design and deliver mission-critical avionics software for commercial and military aircraft. In this role, you will work on the Information Management System (IMS)—a sophisticated platform responsible for transferring, managing, and presenting aircraft maintenance and configuration data between ground systems and cockpit environments.

This position is ideal for an experienced engineer with deep expertise in C++, Linux, and CI/CD pipelines, who thrives in complex, high-reliability environments and is passionate about building software that directly impacts aviation safety and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance C++ applications on Linux platforms

• Solve complex system challenges using strong data structures, algorithms, and OOD principles

• Develop and optimize multi-threaded and concurrent software components

• Build, enhance, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated build, test, and deployment

• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams in an Agile/Scrum environment

• Use Git and modern branching strategies for effective source code management

• Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization

• Support test automation and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 10–14 years of overall software development experience

• 10+ years of strong, hands-on C++ development experience

• Proven expertise with Linux OS and command-line tools

• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design

• Experience building multi-threaded and concurrent systems

• 9+ years of experience working with CI/CD pipelines (build, test, deploy automation)

• Hands-on experience with Git or similar version control systems

Good to Have

• Experience with Robot Framework for test automation

• Knowledge of Python or other scripting languages

• Exposure to Agile development methodologies

• Understanding of networking protocols

• Experience with safety-critical, embedded, or aerospace systems

Why Join Collins Aerospace?

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a global leader in advanced aerospace and defense solutions. Our Avionics business delivers trusted navigation, communication, surveillance, and safety systems used worldwide.

At Collins Aerospace, you will:

• Work alongside industry-leading experts

• Build technologies that protect lives and enable safer aviation

• Grow your career while shaping the future of aerospace innovation

We are redefining aerospace—and you can be part of it.

Work Model Options

• Onsite: Primarily based at a Collins Aerospace facility

• Hybrid: A mix of onsite and remote work

• Remote: Primarily remote with occasional site travel

Collaboration and innovation are core to our culture, supported by world-class digital tools and global connectivity.

Benefits Snapshot

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

• Meal coupons

• Group Life, Health, and Personal Accident Insurance

• 18 days vacation + 12 days contingency leave

• Employee Scholar Program

• Strong work-life balance culture

• Car lease program

• National Pension Scheme (NPS)

• Leave Travel Allowance (LTA)

• Fuel, maintenance, and driver benefits

Additional Information

• Background verification is mandatory for all India hires

• Drug screening required for Operations positions

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At Collins Aerospace, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities.
Apply now and help us redefine aerospace—every day.

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