Principal Software Engineer

Curriculum Associates

US, MA

Full Time

Senior

127k-234k

about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

At Curriculum Associates, we believe in the potential of every child and are changing the face of education technology with award-winning learning programs like i-Ready that serve a third of the nation's K-8 students. For more than 50 years, our commitment to making classrooms better places, serving educators, and supporting accessible learning experiences for all students has driven the continuous improvement of our innovative programs. Our team of more than 2,500 employees is composed of lifelong learners who stand behind this mission, working tirelessly to serve the educational community with world-class programs and support every day.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and execute substantial software development projects in collaboration with product owners, focusing on delivering high-quality i-Ready user experiences.
Collaborate with architects and distinguished engineers to design secure, reliable software services and modules that ensure a seamless customer experience at scale.
Embrace a continuous improvement approach by conducting thorough code and design reviews and advocating for the adoption of advanced productivity tools.
Promote and implement efficiencies in software development and delivery practices, ensuring optimized workflows.
Maintain a strong awareness of security best practices, serving as subject matter expert on security, facilitating the adoption of standard flows.
Communicate effectively across teams through both verbal and written channels, fostering alignment and supporting cross-team goals.
Mentor peers to encourage personal and professional growth within the team.
Engage in proactive learning initiatives to continually enhance both functional and technical knowledge.

Requirements

Exceptional communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Expert-level proficiency in multiple frameworks and programming languages, particularly focusing on Java/J2EE technologies.
Extensive experience in implementing authentication and authorization of services, with a strong understanding of standards such as OAuth2, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and SAML.
Proven expertise in delivering cloud-hosted containerized services at scale using Docker and AWS technologies.
Solid experience in an Agile environment, specifically with Scrum methodologies.
10+ years of experience in web application development, demonstrating a robust background in the field.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

Pay range of $126,750 to $233,750, with compensation based on experience and skills.
Eligibility to participate in the company bonus plan.
Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage for employees and their families.
Access to a 401k plan with employer match.
Flexible vacation and sick policies, twelve paid holidays, and a winter office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
Additional perks and benefits.

Working at Curriculum Associates

Our team of more than 2,500 employees is composed of lifelong learners who stand behind our mission, working tirelessly to serve the educational community with world-class programs and support every day.

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