Principal Software Engineer: Java Full Stack (Remote, PH based only)

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and implementing technical decisions and efforts of a software engineering team, overseeing and performing the development of high-quality software products, and enhancing our existing software platforms alone or with individuals of the same or similar role.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing a team of software engineers, fostering a creative and cohesive unit capable of delivering complex software projects
• Coordinating with scrum masters, project managers and other software engineers to plan, design, develop, test, and maintain web-based and desktop applications
• Providing technical leadership in all aspects of our software development processes
• Overseeing the design, development, and implementation of new software systems and enhancements to existing systems
• Ensuring all software engineering projects are delivered on time and to the agreed quality standards
• Continually updating technical knowledge and skills and sharing them with the team
• Maintaining high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits
• Providing regular performance feedback, coaching, and career development to team members
• Facilitating root cause analysis of system issues and implementing resolution strategies

Requirements

• Experience: 7+ years in software development, including 3+ years in leadership.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in multiple languages (Java, C++, C#, Python, JavaScript, etc.), full-stack development, modern architectures (microservices, event-driven), CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Software Development Practices: Strong in OOP, functional programming, scripting, UX best practices, unit testing, TDD/BDD, Agile/Scrum, and database management (SQL & NoSQL).
• Leadership & Project Management: Proven track record in managing software products, leading teams, and delivering innovative solutions with urgency.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and client management skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Additional Skills: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), version control (Git), testing frameworks, software security, and adapting to fast-changing environments.