Principal Software Developer

Oracle; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 114,600 - 234,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Flexible vacation policy

Job summary

Oracle is seeking a Principal Software Developer to lead the design and development of backend services for its cloud infrastructure. You will play a key role in shaping technology and optimizing solutions across teams in Nashville, TN, with opportunities for relocation.

The ideal candidate has over 7 years of software engineering experience, proficiency in various programming languages, and a strong background in distributed systems. Benefits include flexible vacation, extensive health insurance, and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on backend systems.
• Deep understanding of distributed system fundamentals and object-oriented design.
• Experience with microservice architectures and production operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of backend services and APIs.
• Mentor engineers while driving scalable solutions across teams.
• Define and develop software for application operation.

Skills

Backend software engineering experience

Proficiency in Java, C++, C#, Go

Experience with distributed systems

Problem-solving skills

Leadership in technical design

Mentoring engineers

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science

Job description

Job Description

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) delivers mission‑critical applications for leading enterprises worldwide. Our cloud offers hyper‑scale, multi‑tenant services deployed across more than 50 regions globally. OCI continues to expand beyond traditional public cloud boundaries to support dedicated, hybrid, and multi‑cloud solutions, edge computing, and more.

Why Join?

At OCI, you’ll play a key technical role in shaping the design and evolution of backend cloud services that operate at a global scale. You’ll work on complex distributed systems, influence technical direction, and contribute to production services used by customers worldwide. This role offers the opportunity to lead by example, solve ambiguous technical problems, and mentor engineers while continuing to deepen your own technical expertise.

Position

Title: Principal Software Developer • Career Level: IC4 • Location: Office‑based in Nashville, TN; Austin, TX; Santa Clara, CA; Seattle, WA; or Redwood Shores, CA. Relocation assistance may be available in accordance with Oracle’s relocation policies.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and evolution of backend services, APIs, and core server‑side systems that support distributed cloud platforms. Take ownership of complex technical problems, contribute to architectural decisions, and drive scalable, reliable solutions within and across teams. Guide design discussions, review and influence technical designs, and collaborate closely with cross‑functional partners to ensure high‑quality delivery. Proactively identify opportunities for architectural improvement, system optimization, and operational excellence while mentoring and supporting other engineers. Balance near‑term delivery with long‑term architectural health. Additionally, be responsible for defining and developing software for tasks associated with the development, debugging, and operation of software applications or operating systems.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with demonstrated impact on backend or platform systems
• BS or MS degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Strong experience designing and building highly available, scalable distributed systems
• Deep understanding of distributed system fundamentals, object‑oriented design, data structures, and algorithms
• Proficiency in one or more object‑oriented programming languages such as Java, C++, C#, Go, or similar
• Experience leading or influencing technical design and architecture decisions
• Strong problem‑solving skills, ability to operate in ambiguous environments, and a high sense of ownership
• Experience with microservice architectures, service reliability, and production operations
• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and raise overall technical quality
• Compliance with applicable immunization, occupational health, and drug‑testing requirements for U.S. customer or client‑facing roles

Compensation

US: Hiring range in USD from $114,600 – $234,600 per year. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Health care and dependent‑care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pre‑tax commuter and parking benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
• Paid time off: Flexible vacation for salaried (non‑overtime eligible) positions; accrued vacation for all other employees with policy details
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave: 72 hours upon hire, renews each calendar year, capped at 112 hours
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Financial planning and group legal
• Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner, and pet insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity

Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.

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