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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Software Engineer - **Company:** Parkland Health And Hospital System - **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computing Platforms, Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Strategies of Testing, Software Organization, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, Information Technology - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18010215?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18010215%2FPrincipal-Software-Engineer-Texas-Dallas ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field required. * Master's degree preferred. * Professional certifications such as Cloud Architect or equivalent are highly desirable., * 10+ years of progressive software engineering experience. * 5+ years in senior technical leadership, architecture, or engineering leadership role. * Experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale applications and platforms. * Demonstrated success leading architecture initiatives across multiple systems and business domains. * Experience translating emerging technologies into practical business solutions. * Proven ability to influence technical direction and organizational engineering standards. Technical Skills * Expertise in software architecture, design patterns, and engineering best practices. * Strong understanding of enterprise application design and scalable system architecture. * Experience with cloud-based architecture and modern software development practices. * Deep knowledge of software development, lifecycle methodologies and governance. * Ability to evaluate and implement emerging technologies. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. * Exceptional communication, collaboration, and leadership capabilities. ## Description * Architect, design, develop, and deliver enterprise-grade software platforms supporting multiple clients and business domains. * Lead architecture and design sessions for strategic programs and technology initiatives. * Establish software development frameworks, patterns, and engineering practices that improve quality, scalability, and efficiency. * Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions that address business challenges. * Serve as a technical leader and trusted advisor across engineering teams. * Provide mentorship and technical guidance to senior engineers and development teams. * Promote enterprise architecture standards, design patterns, and engineering best practices across projects. * Drive software quality through technical reviews, testing strategies, and development governance. * Collaborate with product, business, and technology stakeholders to align technical solutions with organizational objectives. * Support the continuous evolution of PCCI's technology platforms and development processes., * Be recognized as a subject matter expert across multiple technologies and business domains. * Influence organizational technology strategy and engineering excellence. * Create reusable frameworks and architectural approaches that improve efficiency and quality. * Lead complex technical initiatives from concept through deployment. * Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. * Mentor engineers and help build PCCI's technical capabilities for the future. Why Join PCCI? * Work on meaningful technology that improves healthcare access, outcomes, and equity. * Collaborate with exceptional data scientists, engineers, clinicians, and healthcare innovators. * Influence enterprise technology strategy and architecture. * Help shape next-generation AI, analytics, and healthcare technology solutions. * Join a mission-driven organization committed to innovation and community impact. * Opportunity for long-term employment through a contract-to-hire pathway. ## Related Videos - [Architecting the Future: Leveraging AI, Cloud, and Data for Business Success](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1096-architecting-the-future-leveraging-ai-cloud-and-data-for-business-success) - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Modern Web Development with Nuxt3](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/294-modern-web-development-with-nuxt3) - [Let's Talk Quality! - Lilia Gargouri](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1815-let-s-talk-quality-lilia-gargouri) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering)