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# Principal Software Developer

- **Company:** Oracle
- **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Linux, Distributed Systems, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Programming, Oracle (Applications), Cloud Services, Ansible, Scala (Programming Language), Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Web Services, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Terraform, Golang
- **Published:** July 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://eeho.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/requisitions/preview/336115

## About the Role

* 9+ years of experience with systems/application development
 * 5+ years of experience with distributed systems OR network programming
 * Proficient at programming in any two out of C/C++, Python, Java, Scala, GO
 * Proficient with data structures, algorithms, operating systems.
 * Proficient with VPN/IPSec protocols or experience working on security protocols.
 * Methodical approach to troubleshoot, large, complex, interconnected systems
 * Real-world production architectures, scalability, and system design. Cloud computing design patterns
 * Bachelors in computer science and Engineering or related engineering fields
 * Change management, continuous integration, and deployment best practices
 * Demonstrable track record of dealing with ambiguity, prioritizing needs, handling escalations
 * Familiarity with infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform, Chef or Ansible with Linux knowledge
 * Experience in Software development roles running large scale infrastructure, cloud or web services

Only Oracle brings together the data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to power everything from industry innovations to life-saving care. And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a better future for all. Discover your potential at a company leading the way in AI and cloud solutions that impact billions of lives.



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