Principal Software Engineer

INNOVATIVE TECH SOLUTIONS INC; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Donation matching

Job summary

Innovative Tech Solutions Inc in Woodlawn, MD seeks a talented Principal Software Engineer to lead architecture and set technical direction for large-scale systems. You will own critical projects, mentor engineers, and drive the end-to-end SDLC from design through deployment.

You will collaborate with product, security, and operations teams to align technical roadmap with business goals. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience and deep expertise in Java, Python, or C++, plus a strong

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Java

Python

C++

Cloud platforms

Microservices

Distributed systems

DevOps

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/SE

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

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.