Prin Software Engineer #1039333

Fasttek; Jackson (MI); Vor Ort; USD 130.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO (Personal Time Off)

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) with match

Employee referral program

Recognition culture

Zusammenfassung

FastTek Global is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable software architectures in Jackson, Michigan. You will mentor engineers, shape technical direction, and drive high-impact projects aligned with business goals.

This on-site role requires deep programming knowledge, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering robust, high-performance solutions in an energy-focused domain.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field with 7+ years of coding experience.
• Proven expertise in C# and .NET (Core, .NET 5).
• Experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud architectures.

Aufgaben

• Provide strategic guidance on improving quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Define and maintain the vision for integrated solutions that optimize performance, scalability, security, and maintainability.
• Drive the technical direction for integrated solutions, ensuring teams understand and implement best practices.
• Collaborate with developers in an Agile environment, applying clean coding principles.
• Apply advanced architectural principles to design and evolve system structures.
• Provide direct technical velocity where necessary, contributing hands-on expertise to critical projects.

Kenntnisse

C#/.NET

Azure DevOps

Full stack development

Agile methodologies

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Associate's degree in computer science or related field

High School Diploma with extensive coding experience

Tools

Azure DevOps

Azure CLI

PowerShell

CI/CD pipelines

Postman

JMeter

Bruno

Blazemeter

Certify

Python

Jobbeschreibung

Jackson, Michigan Prin Software Engineer #1039333
Job Description:

• If you're looking for a career that will provide a challenging work environment and many opportunities to learn, our company is the place for you. Join our team and become part of a company full of exciting opportunities.
• We help employees achieve their personal best by offering many opportunities that develop and enhance their skills for career advancement.
• The Applications and Analytics team is at the heart of innovation, powering Michigan's future by crafting cutting‑edge digital solutions that transform how our customers and communities experience energy.
• Guided by our Digital First strategy, we harness modern technical practices and agile methodologies to create intuitive, impactful software that drives measurable business value and enhances user experiences.
• Join a dynamic team where collaboration, creativity, and impact converge!
• We partner closely with business teams to uncover digital opportunities, prioritize high impact outcomes, and deliver trustworthy, user‑friendly technology.
• By embracing our CE Way principles—engaging on solutions, illuminating priorities, and minimizing waste—we build systems that are simple, helpful, and valuable. If you're passionate about innovation,
• community, and shaping a sustainable energy future, come grow with us.
• The Principal Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications and systems at an expert level.
• This role requires a deep understanding of programming languages, development methodologies, and emerging technologies to create scalable, high‑performance solutions that align with business objectives.
• The Principal Software Engineer plays a critical leadership role in shaping technical direction, mentoring engineers across experience levels, and driving industry innovation while ensuring system architecture and best practices are continuously refined and optimized.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance on improving quality throughout the software development lifecycle, implementing new best practices
• Define and maintain the vision for integrated solutions that optimize performance, scalability, security, and maintainability
• Drive the technical direction for integrated solutions, ensuring teams understand and implement best practices
• Collaborate with developers in an Agile environment, applying clean coding principles
• Apply advanced architectural principles to design and evolve system structures
• Provide direct technical velocity where necessary, contributing hands‑on expertise to critical projects
• Conduct paired coding, mentoring, and interviewing to support talent development and growth
• Actively mentor and coach engineers in clean coding techniques, Agile methodologies, and software craftsmanship
• Represent the company in industry forums and conferences, contributing thought leadership to the broader tech community
• Lead innovative initiatives and explore emerging technologies to enhance software solutions
• Other duties as assigned or may be necessary

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to understand business needs, aligning technical solutions with departmental strategy, long‑term vision, and enterprise architecture
• Executive presence with the ability to lead teams, drive technical direction, and influence stakeholders, while fostering collaboration across departments
• Excellent ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including senior leadership, and contribute to Agile and software craftsmanship communities through thought leadership
• Expertise in leveraging Lean Agile methodologies to enhance product delivery while evaluating and implementing best practices for decision‑making and problem‑solving
• Polyglot engineer with expertise in multiple programming languages, object‑oriented programming, and functional paradigms
• Maintains a learning attitude, continuously improving technical and leadership skills
• Actively promotes collaboration, provides constructive feedback based on principles of craftsmanship, and ensures high‑quality code across teams

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer, engineering or related discipline with seven (7) or more years of relevant coding experience
• [OR] Associate's degree in computer, engineering or related discipline with nine (9) or more years of relevant coding experience
• [OR] High School Diploma/GED with degree with eleven (11) or more years of relevant coding experience

Preferred Education/Experience
One or more of the following skills will set you apart:

• Proven expertise in C# and .NET (Core, .NET 5)
• Proven expertise in front‑end languages/frameworks (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Next.js)
• Developed and managed full API lifecycle (design to retirement) strategy and implementation
• Skilled with testing tools (e.g., Bruno, Postman, Blazemeter, Jmeter, Certify)
• Managed complex Azure compute, networking, and storage solutions
• Led Generative AI strategy and implementation including governance and compliance plans
• Proven expertise in Azure DevOps, CLI, PowerShell, and CI/CD
• Collaborated or led enterprise‑wide cloud initiatives
• Proven expertise in Python and experience with machine learning frameworks
• Implemented governance and monitoring strategies for large programs

Additional Info:

At FastTek Global, Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet. We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories. Also, Doing the right thing is our mantra. We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve and have a little fun along the way.
We have been doing this with pride, dedication and plain, old-fashionedhard work for 24 years!
FastTek Global is financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused.
We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible, creative and honest. Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start‑up companies.
Our benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include:

• Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
• Vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
• Long Term Disability (100% paid)
• Life Insurance (100% paid)
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for‑dollar match

Plus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture.
FastTek Global was named one of the Top Work Places in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023!
To view all of our open positions go to: https://www.fasttek.com/fastswitch/findwork
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