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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Software Engineer - Hosting - **Company:** HTML5, INC. - **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Apache HTTP Server, Business Logic, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Databases, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Perl (Programming Language), Ember.Js, Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Internet Information Services (IIS), Iterative and Incremental Development, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Windows Servers, MySQL, Model View Controller (MVC), Node.Js, Open Source Technology, OpenStack, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Ruby, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Web Hosting Services, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Godaddy, AngularJS, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Cassandra, Web Technologies, Restful APIs, Software Performance, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-html5devconf-380427946473924/ ## About the Role GoDaddy is looking for a passionate software engineer who has a keen understanding of Linux and Windows and of high performance, scalable architectures and technologies. In addition to a strong understanding of software development technologies, this position requires a strong understanding of Linux and Windows and web hosting technologies. You will have an active role in driving the technology roadmap for our Linux Shared Hosting platforms using Apache, IIS, OpenStack, and other technologies. Strong technical problem solving skills are a must with a focus on root cause analysis and performance optimization. Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Java, Ruby, Python, Node.js, JavaScript, or C++ is required. You will be working on a collaborative Agile team that embraces TDD, CI/CD, rapid, iterative development, and Open Source technologies. The right individual will be self-driven. Someone who cares about maintainability of the code, automation, deployment processes and how to enable innovation. You will go beyond just coding and help to shape the engineering culture and best practices here at GoDaddy., + BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience + Strong experience in software development (5+ years), having developed in at least one of the modern programming languages (e.g. Perl, Java, Ruby, Python, JavaScript, PHP, etc.) + Knowledge of fundamental systems such as storage, networking and compute resources and how to optimize for resource bottlenecks + Proven experience with web-based technologies and RESTful APIs + Comfortable with full development stack (e.g. UX, Web, API, Business Logic, database). + SQL DB experience (MySql preferred) + Knowledge of modern web development practices (e.g. MVC, REST, JavaScript frameworks such as Ember, Angular, or Backbone). + Experience working in Scrum teams and/or other agile development methodologies + Lifelong learner, always willing to accept new opportunities and always curious to gain new skills Bonus points if you have experience with: + OpenStack + Cassandra + Hadoop/Hive + Ruby/Rails + Perl + Linux server administration + Windows server administration + Plesk ## Description + Coding, unit testing, and integration testing + Root cause analysis problem isolation + Perform and automate dev-ops tasks + Analyze and optimize software performance and storage, networking, and compute resource utilization + Develop simple, scalable, and sustainable solutions to complex business problems + Leverage modern best practices such as Continuous Integration/Continuous Development and Test Driven Development to deliver early and often ## Related Videos - [Coffee with Developers: David Heinemeier Hansson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/875-coffee-with-developers-david-heinemeier-hansson) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)