Java Principal Engineer

Company Overview

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Job Summary

The Software Engineer will contribute to various aspects of software development, including architecture design, requirements engineering, and continuous improvement. The role requires a commitment to high-quality code production and the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams. The incumbent will play a key role in enhancing the organization's software capabilities and supporting the overall goals of the company.

Responsibilities

• Software Architecture: Understand and articulate different software architecture styles (Client/Server, Layered, 3-Tier, Microservices) along with their pros and cons.
• Requirements Engineering: Conduct elicitation, specification, and validation of both functional and non-functional requirements efficiently.
• Software Design: Apply software design principles focusing on Object-Oriented Analysis (OOA), Object-Oriented Design (OOD), and design patterns, especially those from the Gang of Four.
• C++ Proficiency: Demonstrate expertise in C++ with strong understanding of OOP principles (Encapsulation, Overloading, Polymorphism) and code safety practices.
• System Design & Scalability: Tackle high-level system design challenges related to distributed systems, scaling backend applications, and comparing various database types (RDBMS vs NoSQL).
• Quality Assurance: Produce high-quality, efficient code while following best practices for code quality, security, and conducting rigorous code reviews.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of software architecture patterns and design principles.
• Experience in requirements engineering for both functional and non-functional requirements.
• Proficiency in C++ and understanding of OOP principles and practices.
• Familiarity with CI/CD principles and modern development toolchains.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex software issues.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Prior experience in conducting technical coaching and mentoring is a plus.
• Relevant educational qualifications (e.g., BSc in Computer Science or related field).

Preferred Skills

• Experience with design patterns, particularly Gang of Four.
• Knowledge of cloud versus on-premises solutions, and containerization technologies.
• Participation in community events or developer advocacy is advantageous.

Experience

• Previous experience ranges from entry-level to senior positions depending on candidate qualifications.
• Prior involvement in complex software projects, preferably in roles that required system design and implementation.

Environment

• The specific work setting, location (remote, in-office, hybrid), and physical conditions were not specified.

Salary

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Growth Opportunities

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Benefits

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