Principal Software Engineer - REMOTE

DriveTime; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead innovative projects and drive business-critical initiatives. This role requires a strong background in Object-Oriented Programming and API development, along with experience in both relational and non-relational databases. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate strategies effectively to decision-makers. With a commitment to employee growth and a vibrant workplace culture, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a team where your contributions will be valued and your career can flourish!

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(K) plan

Company paid life insurance

Short and long-term disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

In-house gym

Paid time off

Smart-casual dress code

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software engineering experience required.
• Strong engineering fundamentals and problem-solving skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Drive initiatives and solve problems on business-critical projects.
• Communicate strategies clearly to top-level decision-makers.

Skills

Object-Oriented Programming (C#, Java, Python)

API Development

Design Patterns

Database Management (SQL, MongoDB, PostGres)

Application Integration

Authentication and Authorization

Front-end Technologies (Angular, React, Vue)

Cloud Technologies (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Tools

Microsoft SQL

MongoDB

PostGres

Okta

Auth0

Cognito

Firebase

Job description

What’s Under the Hood

DriveTime Family of Brands includes in-house financing and servicing through Bridgecrest, which is one of the country’s leading financial servicing providers. Bridgecrest services roughly $17 billion in finance receivables for DriveTime and other third parties. We service auto loans across a wide credit spectrum with the intent of creating a strong path to vehicle ownership for our customers.

That’s Nice, But What’s the Job?

This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship now or in the future are not eligible for hire at this time.

In short, as our Principal Software Engineer, you are responsible for driving several exciting initiatives, helping solve problems, no matter how big or small, working on business-critical projects built around cutting-edge technologies, and conveying strategy and accuracy to our top-level decision-makers.

What we would like to see in your Tech Stack:

• OOL expertise (C#, Java, or Python)
• API development and Design Patterns expertise (RESTful, GraphQL, Serverless)
• Relational and non-relation database experience (Microsoft SQL, MongoDB, PostGres etc…)
• Application Integration Expertise (internal and external)
• AuthN/Z exposure (Okta, Auth0, Cognito, Firebase, etc…)
• Front-end exposure (Modern Angular, React, or Vue)
• Cloud exposure: Azure (preferred), AWS, or GCP
• Nice to Have: Experience with low-code platforms such as Pega, Segment, Decisions etc...

So What Kind of Folks Are We Looking for?

The Specifics.

• Ability to establish cross-functional, collaborative relationships with business and technology partners spanning product, architecture, and business stakeholders
• Strong and solid engineering fundamentals; recognizes patterns come and go
• Steward of navigating product and engineering tradeoffs within the teams
• Focused on what matters and driving what matters forward through deliberate influential action
• Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Data-driven strategy is at the root of their approach to problem solving
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, regardless of technology
• 8+ years' experience in software engineering
• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or related field

So What About the Perks? Perks matter

• Medical, dental, and vision, oh my! DriveTime Family of Brands covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure our employees receive top-tier healthcare coverage.
• But Wait, There’s More. 401(K), Company paid life insurance policy, short and long-term disability coverage to name a few.
• Growth Opportunities. You grow, I grow, we all grow! But seriously, DriveTime Family of Brands is committed to providing its employees with every opportunity to grow professionally with roughly over 1,000 employees promoted year over year.
• Tuition Reimbursement. We’re as passionate about your professional development as you are. With that, we’ll put our money where our mouth is.
• Wellness Program. Health is wealth! This program includes self-guided coaching and journeys, cash incentives and discounts on your medical premiums through engaging in fun activities!
• Gratitude is Green. We offer competitive pay across the organization, because, well… money matters!
• In-House Gym. We want our employees to be the best versions of themselves. So come early, take a break in your day or finish strong with a workout!
• Give Us a Reason (or not), and We’ll Celebrate. Regardless of whether there is a holiday or not, we are finding ways to kick back and enjoy each other’s company outside of day-to-day work.
• Smart-Casual Dress. Come dressed in jeans (you’ll fit right in with the rest of us).
• Paid Time Off. Not just lip service: we work hard, to play hard! Paid time off includes (for all full-time roles) wellness days, holidays, and good ole' fashioned YOU time! For our Part-timers, don't fear you get some time too... vacation time is available - the more you work, the more you earn!

Anything Else? Absolutely.

DriveTime Family of Brands is Great Place to Work Certified! And get this: 90% of our rockstar employees say they feel right at home here. We could spend a lot of time having you read about ALL our awards, but we’ll save time (and practice some humility) just naming a few others; Comparably Awards: Best Company for Diversity, Best Company Culture and Best Company Leadership, oh and don’t forget Phoenix Business Journal Healthiest Employers (okay, we’ll stop there)!

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of our background and drug screening process. DriveTime is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

And when it comes to hiring, we don't just look for the right person for the job, we seek out the right person for DriveTime. Buckle up for plenty of opportunities to grow in a professional, fun, and high-energy environment!