Principle Engineer

Stanley Black and Decker; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 131,000 - 263,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tools and equipment manufacturer is seeking a Principal Engineer in Denver, CO to design and implement enterprise application platforms. The ideal candidate has over 13 years of experience in software development, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of middleware technologies. This role includes hands-on technical guidance and mentorship for development teams. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental, life, and vision insurance

401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 13+ years of experience in Software Product development.
• 3 years minimum of experience as hands-on Principal/Engineering leader.
• Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise application platforms.
• Refactor and re-architect legacy middleware applications.
• Lead evaluation and selection of tools and frameworks.

Skills

Software Product development

Node-based applications

Data pipelines

Middleware technologies

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Job description

Overview

Principal Engineer--Construction Technology

Denver, CO, United States

Come make the world and accelerate your success.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise application platforms that support business needs and ensure scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Refactor and re-architect existing legacy middleware applications to align with modern architectural standards and business requirements.
• Develop and maintain middleware solutions to enable seamless integration between various enterprise systems and applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define platform architecture strategies and roadmaps.
• Lead the evaluation and selection of tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance platform capabilities.
• Ensure data engineering best practices are followed, including data modeling, ETL processes, and data pipeline optimization.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural standards and best practices.
• Monitor platform performance and implement improvements to optimize system efficiency and reliability.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends in middleware, data engineering, and enterprise architecture.
• Hands-On Technical Guidance, Mentorship and Leadership:
• Actively participate in the development and deployment of middleware solutions and data pipelines.
• Write and review code to ensure high-quality implementation of architectural designs.
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting and debugging of platform-related issues.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prototype and validate new technologies and solutions.
• Lead by example, demonstrating technical expertise and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• You are expected to write the first draft and lead by doing.
• 13+ years of experience in Software Product development with 3 years minimum of experience as hands on Principal/Engineering leader
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field.
• Architecting modern node-based applications (in Nest or similar modern technologies) with JavaScript/TypeScript expertise.
• Scalability and security experience.
• Proven experience as a Platform Architect, Enterprise Architect, or similar role.
• Strong expertise in middleware technologies (e.g., API gateways, message brokers, ESB).
• Extensive experience in data engineering, including data pipelines, ETL processes, and big data platforms.
• Extensive experience in reporting and analytics.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Solid understanding of enterprise application integration patterns, modular and microservices architecture.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

Additional Information

• And More: We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to grow, learn, belong, and give back through volunteerism and sustainable business practices.

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

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The base pay range for this position in Maryland is $ 131,200.00 - 262,400.00 USD Annual per year. Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on payment may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via Stanley Black and Decker’s internal or external careers site.

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