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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # TELECOMMUTE Principal Software Engineer - **Company:** Governmentjobs.Com, Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Agile Methodology, Architectural Patterns, Automation of Tests, Software as a Service, Static Program Analysis, Code Coverage, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Fault Tolerance, Microsoft SQL Server, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SonarQube, SQL Databases, Reliability of Systems, Git, AngularJS, Information Technology, Production Code, Performance Monitor, Software Coding, Software Version Control - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/b40fed7f-348b-4711-b2ea-b8daa4bd61be ## About the Role * A technical leader who still loves writing code - you lead by building, not just directing. * A pragmatist who balances technical excellence with delivery and business constraints. * A clear communicator who synthesizes technical vision for audiences ranging from engineers to executive stakeholders. * A mentor who elevates the capabilities of entire teams through coaching, code review, and knowledge sharing. What You Have * 10+ years of professional software engineering experience * Experience operating at a staff level or equivalent technical leadership scope * Proficiency in .NET, SQL Server, and Angular * Proven experience leading end-to-end delivery of high-impact, platform-scale systems * Track record of defining architectural patterns and reusable strategies adopted across teams * Experience owning technical roadmaps and driving modernization of large existing systems * Deep understanding of automated testing strategies, TDD, and aligning test coverage with business risk * Expertise in CI/CD pipeline design and optimization, version control (Git), and Agile methodologies * Experience with observability, performance monitoring, and ensuring system reliability at scale * Knowledge of SonarQube, Mend, or similar static/code analysis tools * Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills * Bachelor's in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent work experience, In your current or most recent role, approximately what percentage of your time is spent on hands-on coding? * 0-25% * 26-50% * 51-75% * 76-100% 04 ## Description NEOGOV is a fast-growing SaaS leader in the Public Sector with a mission to serve the people who serve the people. Our clients use our software to manage their employee lifecycle from hire to retire by streamlining processes in our centralized platform. We are passionate about technology, focused on customer success, and have an entrepreneurial environment where innovation is encouraged and rewarded. NEOGOV is one of the top 50 fastest growing private software companies in the U.S. - Sound like a company you'd like to join? We are looking for top talent to make significant contributions to our products, technology, and customers. As a Staff Software Engineer you will be delivering new features and capabilities to one of our SaaS products. You can learn more about NEOGOV's products HERE. This posting is for an existing vacancy. What You Will do * Write production code for critical and complex system components, setting the standard for quality and maintainability. * Architect, implement, and improve high-performing, modular software systems using SQL, .NET, and Angular, with a focus on scalability and fault tolerance. * Lead complex system designs and influence architecture decisions across teams, ensuring integration with enterprise-wide systems. * Build prototypes and proof-of-concepts to validate new technologies and approaches before broader adoption. * Evolve large existing systems - driving modernization from monolith to modular without disrupting production delivery. * Define and enforce coding standards; conduct code reviews with pattern-oriented feedback that raises quality across teams. * Define subsystem test standards and ensure alignment between test coverage and business risk; drive CI/CD and automation improvements. * Lead troubleshooting for critical production issues, performing hands-on debugging while guiding teams through resolution and root cause analysis. * Own technical roadmaps affecting multiple teams, proposing and executing foundational technology upgrades. * Provide technical guidance that helps teams plan and execute complex work effectively. * Ensure critical paths are observable and measurable through hands-on implementation of monitoring and performance tooling. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [How to Stop Choosing JavaScript Frameworks and Start Living](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/118-how-to-stop-choosing-javascript-frameworks-and-start-living) - [Automated Code Quality Checks with Custom SonarQube Rules](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/428-automated-code-quality-checks-with-custom-sonarqube-rules) - [You’re a great coder? 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