Principal Software Engineer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new applications and perform lifecycle support for existing applications.
• Lead application development teams from the concept stage through final implementation.
• Ensure all tasks assigned to the engineer or team are completed responsibly and effectively.
• Develop complex software modules conforming to functional, performance, and user experience requirements.
• Automate and execute Unit and Functional Tests to demonstrate software conformance.
• Modify existing software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware, upgrade interfaces, and improve performance.
• Create high-level and detailed design documents using Object Oriented or Structured Methods, including use cases, flow diagrams, structure definitions, and architecture diagrams.
• Code applications from detailed design specifications.
• Document release notes and present implementation plans during formal release planning walk-throughs.
• Perform post-implementation monitoring and testing to ensure proper functioning.
• Lead project teams through the entire development process and provide technical guidance.
• Become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in wireless and wireline telecommunications standards and network implementations.
• Work with operations during implementation to identify, implement, and refine proactive application and system monitoring techniques.
• Research and recommend new technologies and methodologies to increase efficiencies.
• Act as a mentor and SME to junior team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 8-10+ years of UNIX experience using Java.
• Expert knowledge in development environment components such as OS, editor, utilities, database, compiler, debugger, and production runtime environment.
• Proficiency in Object Oriented and Structured development methodologies.
• Familiarity with Unix commands, ISPF, JCL/PROC, COBOL, REXX, VSAM, Micro Focus products, and Assembler (preferred).
• Experience working with RESTful Services, Spring Framework, and Data Access Frameworks.
• Experience in Agile Development process.
• Experience with Maven, Jenkins, and Tomcat Server.
• Exposure to application deployment architecture.
• Ownership and accountability for tasks and projects.
• Strong team collaboration skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver quality software on time.
• Act with a sense of urgency, maintain composure, and promote a healthy team environment.
• Project management knowledge.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.

Nice to Have

• Micro Focus products experience.
• Assembler experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 8-10+ years of UNIX experience using Java.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive total compensation.
• Flexible/remote work options.
• Inclusive, collaborative, and transparent organizational culture.