Senior Linux C++ Software Engineer

About the role

ESChat is the market leader in secure wireless push-to-talk communications. We are seeking a Linux C++ Software Engineer to develop software for our Push To Talk over Broadband product line. Ideal candidates are people with a passion for software development, have interest in and enjoy learning new programming languages and techniques, and can quickly get comfortable with new software frameworks, concepts and platforms.

CORE REQUIREMENTS:

● Good analytical and problem solving skills

● Strong knowledge of C++

● Experienced with Linux System Programming

● Strong knowledge of Object Oriented Programming

● Strong knowledge of version control systems, preferably git

● Good knowledge of Networking technologies and protocols

● B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent degree

● 5+ years of experience in Software Engineering

PREFERRED TOOLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Build tools: gcc, make

Linux: command line utilities / Bash

VoIP Communications

Continuous Integration, preferably Gitlab

Docker

Distributed message-based applications

IPC, sockets programming

Kubernetes

Linux Embedded Programming

Linux Network Programming

Why ESChat?

We are the market leader in secure wireless push-to-talk communications. In July 2026, JVCKENWOOD officially completed its acquisition of ESChat, fueling our full-scale expansion into the cutting-edge "hybrid domain" of communications. We are actively integrating broadband networks (4G/5G, satellite, and Wi-Fi) with traditional land mobile radio (LMR) to build seamless, life-saving technology.

Decades of Collective Expertise: You won't be a cog in a corporate machine. You will be joining a tight-knit, highly collaborative group of engineers who have spent decades working together to solve complex Linux, networking, and VoIP challenges.

Global Scale & Backing: With JVCKENWOOD's backing, we are scaling our distributed systems for a global market, building upon our 22% global market share in PTT services.

Mission-Critical Code: Our hardened 'ESChat for Government' platform is FedRAMP, GovRAMP, and TX-RAMP Certified, and approved by the U.S. Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). Your work will directly support first responders and government agencies that rely on our network to save lives.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Base Salary of $130k-$160k, depending on experience

3 weeks of PTO per and 11 holidays per year

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting

Life and AD&D coverage

Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage

Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. ESChat is unable to provide or take over visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, STEM OPT extension, TN, etc.) now or in the future for this position.