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Principal Software Development Engineer

U.S. Bankruptcy Court - District of CT, Hartford, CT, United States


Position Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced and innovative Principal Software Development Engineer to lead the strategy, design, development, and optimization of scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions across all major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, and GCP). This role requires deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a passion for driving excellence in software engineering practices. The individual will also be responsible for defining the organization's data strategy and must have deep expertise in all major data platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Define and communicate the broader vision, executing the IT strategy in alignment with organizational standards

Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders—including architects, application owners, and engineers—to define overall strategy, prioritization, and execution

Establish epics and initiatives that align with strategic goals and support the product roadmap

Develop and maintain roadmaps that align critical business needs with scalable technical solutions

Leverage performance data to create feedback loops that drive continuous insight and improvement

Champion strong product management and agile mindsets by actively communicating team successes and identifying areas for growth

Build and lead high-performing teams capable of overcoming complex technical challenges to solve business-critical problems

Required Qualifications

10+ years of experience in software development or architecture and delivering cloud-native platforms

5+ years of hands-on experience with cloud technologies such as GCP, AWS, and Azure

Preferred Qualifications

Strong foundational knowledge in AI, with prior experience using AI technologies such as OpenAI, Gemini, and Agentic AI automation

Experience in building and managing large-scale enterprise platforms

Experience in the healthcare domain

Experience with back-end applications and/or APIs

Experience with cloud networking and firewall implementation for new platforms

Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills, with a growth mindset focused on agility and continuous development

Solid understanding of core programming and computer science concepts, including cloud computing, AI/ML, microservices architecture, and NoSQL databases

Experience with application and database migration and modernization to the cloud

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (HS diploma + 4 years relevant experience)

Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is: $144,200.00 - $288,400.00. This represents the base hourly rate or base annual salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on factors including experience, education, geography, and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program in addition to base pay. The position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.

Benefits
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; retirement savings options; wellness programs; and other resources, based on eligibility.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

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