Principal Software Engineer

SupplyHouse; India; Remote; INR 4,500,450 - 5,400,540; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Work-from-home stipend

Professional development budget

Ownership for All program

Job summary

A growing e-commerce company is looking for a Principal Software Engineer to join their remote team in India. This role involves leading system architecture and designing scalable software solutions. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in software development and expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices. Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment are offered, alongside a commitment to diversity and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise-level software development.
• Proven ability to architect and deliver complex backend systems.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to influence senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end software solutions using modern frameworks.
• Lead system design discussions for high-traffic applications.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement architectural improvements.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices Architecture

MySQL

Oracle

Redis

React

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins CI/CD

Linux/UNIX

Nginx

Apache

ELK Stack

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Join to apply for the Principal Software Engineer role at SupplyHouse

At SupplyHouse.com, we value every individual team member and cultivate a community where people come first. Led by our core values of Generosity, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, and GRIT, we’re dedicated to maintaining a supportive work environment that celebrates diversity and empowers everyone to reach their full potential.

We are looking for a new Principal Backend Engineer in India to join our growing IT Team. This individual will report to our Sr. Director of IT, serve as a technical leader and system architect, guiding the design and delivery of scalable, reliable, and high-performance solutions across our e‑commerce and internal platforms.

Travel to our headquarters in Melville, NY 3 times per year is required. We reimburse reasonable travel expenses.

Role Type: Full‑Time

Location: Remote from India

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 4:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time / 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Indian Standard Time

Base Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 USD per year

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end software solutions using modern frameworks and design patterns aligned with scalability, performance, and maintainability goals.
• Lead system design discussions for high-traffic applications, ensuring robust architecture for business-critical services.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement architectural improvements to enhance scalability, observability, and resilience.
• Define and uphold best practices for code quality, security, accessibility, and data privacy compliance.
• Lead complex, cross-functional projects from concept to delivery, aligning engineering solutions with business needs.
• Collaborate with product and business teams to define technical vision and ensure cohesive project execution.
• Oversee the technical implementation of new features and services, ensuring efficient use of system resources and infrastructure.
• Build and maintain distributed systems using Spring Boot microservices, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Design and optimize high-performance databases using MySQL and Oracle, leveraging indexing and tuning for efficiency.
• Implement and manage Redis for caching, Eureka Server for service registration, and the ELK Stack for monitoring and analytics.
• Configure Nginx and Apache for load balancing and high availability across production systems.

DevOps & Reliability Engineering

• Own and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins for automated builds, testing, and deployments.
• Ensure system health and stability through proactive monitoring, logging, and alerting strategies.
• Drive improvements in deployment automation, infrastructure as code, and site reliability practices.
• Act as a technical advisor and mentor, helping develop engineers’ skills in architecture, design, and problem-solving.
• Conduct code and design reviews to maintain engineering excellence.
• Collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-departmental stakeholders to influence company-wide technical initiatives.
• Foster a culture of innovation, ownership, and accountability across the engineering organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise-level software development.
• Advanced proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices Architecture, MySQL, Oracle, Redis, React and modern front-end frameworks, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins CI/CD, Linux/UNIX, Nginx, Apache, and ELK Stack.
• Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design principles.
• Proven ability to architect and deliver complex backend systems and mentor technical teams.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and align multiple teams toward shared goals.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options; competitive Provident Fund contributions; paid casual and sick leave, plus country-specific holidays; mental health support and wellbeing program; company-provided equipment and one-time $250 USD work-from-home stipend; $750 USD annual professional development budget; company rewards and recognition program; and more.
• Ownership for All program ensures every team member benefits from the company’s growth.
• Work‑life balance initiatives support healthy separation between professional and personal life.
• Career growth opportunities through hands-on training, diversity and inclusion initiatives, internal mobility, and professional development budget.
• Giving back: donation drives, employee-nominated contributions, and support for DE&I organizations.
• Open feedback culture: town halls, 1:1 check-ins, and company-wide idea forums.

Equal Employment Opportunity

• Remote employees are expected to work in a distraction-free environment. Personal devices, background noise, and other distractions should be kept to a minimum.
• SupplyHouse.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer, strongly values inclusion, and encourages individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
• All application materials, assessments, and interview responses must reflect your own original work. The use of AI tools, plagiarism, or any uncredited assistance is not permitted at any stage of the hiring process and may result in disqualification.
• We are committed to providing a safe and secure work environment and conduct thorough background checks on all potential employees in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• All emails from the SupplyHouse team will only be sent from an @supplyhouse.com email address. Please exercise caution if you receive an email from an alternate domain.

What is an Employer of Record (EOR)?

Through our partnership with Remote.com, a global Employer of Record (EOR), you can join SupplyHouse from home, while knowing your employment is handled compliantly and securely. Remote takes care of the behind-the-scenes details – like payroll, benefits, taxes, and local compliance – so you can focus on your work and career growth. Even though Remote manages these administrative functions, you’ll be a part of the SupplyHouse team: connected to our culture, collaborating with colleagues, and contributing to our shared success. This partnership allows us to welcome talented team members worldwide while ensuring you receive a best-in-class employee experience.

Check us out and learn more at https://www.supplyhouse.com/our-company!