Principal Software Engineer

INNOVATIVE TECH SOLUTIONS INC; Woodlawn (MD); 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 oversee architecture and technical direction for high-impact systems. You will shape the technical roadmap, own critical design decisions, and mentor engineers across the team.

This senior role requires 8+ years of hands-on software development, Deep knowledge of Java/Python/C++, and cloud expertise (AWS/Azure/GCP). You will collaborate with product and security teams to deliver robust solutions while

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of scalable, high-performance software systems and applications.
• Drive full software development lifecycle 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

Programming languages

Technical leadership

Cloud/microservices

DevOps/CI/CD

Communication

8+ years exp

Education

CS/SE degree

Tools

CI/CD tools

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.