Principal Software Engineer

Summary

Join 6sense as a Principal Software Engineer and lead the design and development of large-scale software systems. You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive innovation. This role requires 12+ years of software development experience, proficiency in multiple programming languages, and a deep understanding of software design principles. The ideal candidate will have experience with cloud technologies and microservices architecture. 6sense offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and stock options, and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 12+ years of experience in software development, with a strong emphasis on software design and architecture
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages, such as Java, Python, C++, or similar
• Deep understanding of software design principles, patterns, and best practices
• Experience with cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices architecture
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Proven track record of delivering complex software projects on time and within budget
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and tools (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, JIRA)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards addressing technical challenges
• Strong commitment to quality, with a focus on writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and design of large-scale software systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, mentoring engineers and promoting best practices
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in software development processes and methodologies
• Conduct code reviews, identify areas for improvement, and enforce coding standards and best practices
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact on our products and development practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution
• Participate in hiring and onboarding activities, helping to build a strong and diverse engineering team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership or technical leadership role, managing a team of engineers
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools for CI/CD, automation, and infrastructure as code
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience in the development of distributed systems, real-time processing, or big data technologies

Benefits

• Generous health insurance coverage
• Life, and disability insurance
• A 401K employer matching program
• Paid holidays
• Self-care days
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Bonus program or commission plan
• Stock options
• Health coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Generous paid time-off and holidays
• Quarterly self-care days off
• Stock options
• Access to our LinkedIn Learning platform
• Quarterly wellness education sessions