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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Software Engineer - **Company:** Solera, Inc - **Location:** Westlake, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** ASP.NET, Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Server Applications, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), Serialization, Relational Databases, Database Queries, Distributed Systems, JSON, Microsoft SQL Server, Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, Web Applications, Web Services, Extensible Markup Language (XML), .NET Core, Information Technology, Restful APIs - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=dfc2569253648bd0 ## About the Role * Strong adaptability and resilience in dynamic environments. * Ability to establish, refine, and enforce coding and architectural standards across teams. * Excellent communication and influencing skills across technical and non-technical audiences. * Strategic thinking and the ability to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions. * Strong prioritization, time management, and execution discipline. * Passion for continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies. * High attention to detail and strong analytical skills., * 8+ years of professional software development experience. * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field preferred. * Advanced proficiency with Java-based technologies. * Strong experience designing and implementing relational database solutions. * Demonstrated experience with Web Services and Serialization (JSON, SOAP, REST, XML). * Knowledge of application servers. * Expertise in writing optimized and scalable database queries. * Experience architecting and developing enterprise-grade web applications. * Proven ability to work collaboratively as a senior technical leader within engineering teams. Tech Stack: * .NET Core * C# * MSSQL * ASP.NET ## Description We are seeking an exceptional Principal Software Engineer to lead the design, architecture, and delivery of complex, high-impact engineering solutions. In this role, you will influence technical direction across teams, drive best practices, and mentor engineers at all levels. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers, highly technical, strong collaborators, and thrive in environments focused on innovation, learning, and technical excellence. What You'll do: * Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance software solutions. * Apply advanced concepts, patterns, and best practices in object-oriented software design and distributed systems. * Influence and evolve the organization's technology strategy and architecture. * Collaborate across cross-functional teams to solve highly complex technical challenges. * Research, evaluate, and introduce new technologies to modernize and optimize our tech stack. * Provide deep technical leadership, mentoring, and coaching to engineers across multiple teams. * Manage and prioritize multiple initiatives while ensuring high-quality delivery. * Own end-to-end solutions as part of an Agile SCRUM team, including test automation and quality engineering practices. * Partner with product owners and engineering leaders to define technical direction, new features, and long-term roadmap. * Conduct and lead code and architecture reviews to ensure alignment with standards, patterns, and strategic goals. * Actively participate in Agile ceremonies (planning, grooming, demos, retrospectives). * Drive root-cause analysis and lead rapid resolution of production issues and incidents. * Create and maintain technical documentation, including architectural diagrams, design specs, and implementation guides. * Foster a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement. * Take technical ownership of the most challenging and critical engineering initiatives. ## Related Videos - [Valven Atlas: Engineering Intelligence That Delivers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1660-valven-atlas-engineering-intelligence-that-delivers) - [Functions Triggers using Azure Event Grids in Azure Blob Storage](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/47-functions-triggers-using-azure-event-grids-in-azure-blob-storage) - [Building Multi-Tenant ASP.NET Core Applications: Best Practices and Real-World Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1552-building-multi-tenant-asp-net-core-applications-best-practices-and-real-world-solutions) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Architectures that we can use with .NET](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/935-architectures-that-we-can-use-with-net) - [This Is Not Your Father's .NET](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/967-this-is-not-your-father-s-net) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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