Principal Software Engineer

INNOVATIVE TECH SOLUTIONS INC; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Donation matching

Job summary

Innovative Tech Solutions Inc in Woodlawn, MD is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead architecture and drive technical direction across systems. You will own the SDLC from requirements to deployment, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performance software.

Responsibilities include mentoring engineers, guiding architecture decisions, and ensuring code quality and security. A competitive salary with performance-based bonuses awaits the right leader.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Proven track record delivering complex systems.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS, Software Eng, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of scalable, high-performance software systems.
• Drive full software development lifecycle from requirements through deployment and maintenance.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define technical requirements and deliver solutions.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure quality, security, and best practices.
• Identify and resolve complex technical challenges, performance bottlenecks, and system vulnerabilities.
• Evaluate and champion adoption of emerging technologies, frameworks, and engineering methodologies.

Skills

Java

Python

C++

Cloud platforms

Microservices

DevOps

CI/CD

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

CI/CD tooling

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance


• Competitive salary


• Dental insurance


• Donation matching

About the Role:

Innovative Tech Solutions Inc is looking for a talented and driven Principal Software Engineer to join our growing team in Woodlawn, MD. This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll architect cutting-edge solutions and help shape the technical direction of our organization. If you're passionate about engineering excellence and ready to make your mark, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and architecture of scalable, high-performance software systems and applications


• Drive full software development lifecycle (SDLC) from requirements gathering through deployment and maintenance


• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers across the team


• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define technical requirements and deliver solutions


• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure quality, security, and adherence to best practices


• Identify and resolve complex technical challenges, performance bottlenecks, and system vulnerabilities


• Evaluate and champion adoption of emerging technologies, frameworks, and engineering methodologies

Requirements:

• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience with a proven track record of delivering complex systems


• Deep expertise in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, or similar


• Strong background in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), microservices, and distributed systems


• Experience leading technical teams and driving architectural decisions at an enterprise level


• Proficiency with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and agile development methodologies


• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders


• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field preferred

About Us:

Innovative Tech Solutions Inc has been a trusted technology partner delivering forward-thinking software solutions from our Woodlawn, MD headquarters. Our clients rely on us for our commitment to quality, innovation, and results-driven engineering. We foster a collaborative, inclusive workplace where talented professionals are empowered to grow, lead, and do the best work of their careers.