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Looking for skilled C++ developers to join your tech team? Here’s some expert guidance on how to tap into this talent pool.

What skills to look for when hiring C++ developers

Some key skills for C++ developers  include:

• Proficiency in C++ programming language concepts, including object-oriented programming (OOP), templates, pointers, and memory management.
• Familiarity with development tools such as Visual Studio, Code::Blocks, and Qt Creator.
• A strong foundation in algorithms and data structures, including searching and sorting algorithms, graphs, trees, and linked lists.
• Experience with cross-platform development, including developing applications for Windows, Linux, and macOS.
• Familiarity with C++ libraries and APIs, including Standard Template Library (STL), Boost C++ Libraries, and OpenGL.
• Experience with multithreading and concurrency concepts to optimise performance and improve application responsiveness.

How to broaden your talent pool when hiring C++ developers

You can broaden your net by looking for C developers, however, they will likely need to pick up extra skills and require extra training to pivot into C++ development.

Writing a C++ developer job description

To put together a job description for a C++ developer, check out our guide on creating a role scorecard here, and use our downloadable scorecard template. When it comes to adding required skills to your job description, check out our list of key skills for C++ developers above.

By putting together a good role scorecard, it will be easier to come up with the practical definition of the right person for the role you are trying to fill. You are then ready to set up your public-facing job advert.