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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of complex software solutions. As a key technical leader, you will set the direction for software architecture, drive best practices, and ensure the delivery of high-quality products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to translate business requirements into scalable and maintainable systems. In this role, you will mentor and guide engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. You will be responsible for evaluating new technologies, making architectural decisions, and ensuring that software solutions meet both functional and non-functional requirements such as performance, security, and reliability. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in software engineering, strong leadership skills, and a passion for solving complex technical challenges. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities, and communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Your expertise will be critical in shaping the technical vision and strategy of the organization, ensuring that our software products remain competitive and innovative in the market.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Lead the design and development of complex software systems
- Define and enforce software architecture and coding standards
- Mentor and guide engineering teams to achieve technical excellence
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products
- Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools
- Ensure software solutions meet performance, security, and reliability requirements
- Drive continuous improvement and innovation within the engineering organization
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across the software stack
- Contribute to the development of technical roadmaps and strategies
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field
- 10+ years of experience in software engineering
- Proven experience leading technical teams and projects
- Expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python, JavaScript)
- Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns
- Experience with cloud platforms and distributed systems
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Experience with Agile development methodologies
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe a complex software project you led?
- What is your approach to mentoring junior engineers?
- How do you ensure code quality and maintainability?
- Describe your experience with cloud technologies.
- How do you handle conflicting priorities within a team?
- What architectural patterns have you implemented in past projects?
- How do you stay updated with new technologies?
- Describe a time you resolved a critical production issue.
- What is your experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies?
- How do you communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders?
