Principal Software Engineer

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Principal Software Engineer in Tampa, FL. Responsibilities:

• Principal Software Engineer will design, develop, enhance, and support enterprise-scale Java applications
• Build scalable, reliable solutions with a focus on performance, maintainability, security, and data integrity
• Lead technical design and architecture discussions for complex application initiatives
• Develop and support REST APIs, microservices, and related backend services
• Troubleshoot production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement long-term solutions
• Participate in application modernization and identity/access management initiatives
• Conduct code reviews and promote software engineering standards and development best practices
• As a Principal Software Engineer, you will collaborate with QA, DevOps, product, and other engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to developers
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to application architecture and development practices

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline preferred, or equivalent professional experience
• 8+ years of professional software development or related engineering experience
• Advanced Java experience, including Java SE/EE and Spring Boot, MVC, and Security
• Strong relational database experience with technologies such as Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with CI/CD practices and tools such as Jenkins, Git, Maven, or Gradle
• Strong knowledge of Hibernate/JPA, RESTful APIs, microservices, and enterprise application architecture
• Strong understanding of software design patterns, data structures, algorithms, and application performance
• Familiarity with NoSQL platforms such as MongoDB or Cassandra
• Strong problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and technical leadership skills
• Cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP preferred
• Experience within financial services or another regulated industry preferred
• Exposure to Angular, React, or Vue.js is a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

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