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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Software Engineer, VP - **Company:** State Street - **Location:** Burlington, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $202,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Code Generation, Software Quality, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Warehousing, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, PostgreSQL, Machine Learning, Microsoft SQL Server, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle (Applications), Commercial Software, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Enterprise Software Applications, Technical Debt, Information Technology - **Published:** November 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9888ce61-abd5-431f-b71b-492aa99dd9c7 ## About the Role * Demonstrated ability to operate as a principal-level individual contributor with broad organization-wide impact * Extensive experience designing, building and evolving largescale, cloud native enterprise platforms * Exceptional problem-solving and systems thinking skills, with a deep understanding of performance, scalability, reliability, and resilience * Expert-level proficiency in object-oriented design using Java, C++, or C# * Strong database and data modeling skills with experience in Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and/or data warehouse platforms * Experience with compiler design, optimizers, solvers, code generation, or semantic analysis is a strong plus * Exposure to Machine Learning, AI, or cognitive Computing is a plus * Strong background in financial services (e.g., Portfolio Management, Trading, Compliance, IBOR, or Wealth Management) strongly preferred, * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred * 10-12+ years of commercial software development experience, including senior or principal-level roles * Deep understanding of cloud-based and distributed systems * Demonstrated track record of delivering high-performance, production-quality systems at scale * Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and lead through influence rather than authority * Strong balance of deep technical execution with strategic, long-term thinking * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level communication * Demonstrated leadership in developing and supporting commercial enterprise software used by non-technical customers * Significant experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, shaping-not just following-process * Comfortable operating in a highly regulated, mission-critical financial services environment ## Description * Serve as a principal technical authority for one or more key initiatives or core modules within Charles River platforms * Define and evolve system architecture, design standards, and engineering best practices across teams * Provide long-term technical strategy and thought leadership to senior engineering leaders and executive stakeholders * Drive adoption of modern cloud architecture, frameworks, and emerging technologies where they deliver clear business value * Lead resolution of high-risk, complex, or business-critical challenges Software Design & Development * Analyze, design, develop, test, debug, and implement large-scale, multi-tier, mission-critical enterprise systems * Lead complex enhancements that span multiple components and teams * Set a high bar for code quality, performance, scalability, security, reliability, and maintainability * Make informed trade-offs between short-term delivery and long-term platform health * Remain hands-on for the most complex or ambiguous technical problems Engineering Excellence & Governance * Establish and enforce design review, code review, and technical governance practices * Identify systemic technical debt and lead cross-team efforts to remediate it * Champion automated testing, CI/CD, observability, and operational excellence * Write and review unit, integration, and automation tests to ensure high-quality deliverables * Influence engineering roadmaps to align technology investments with business strategy Cross-Team & Executive Collaboration * Partner closely with Product Management, Architecture, Client Support and Operations * Lead and coordinate cross-team technical initiatives spanning multiple scrum teams * Translate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for senior management and non-technical stakeholders * Advise senior management on technical risk, platform direction, and investment priorities Mentorship & Talent Development * Serve as a technical mentor and role model for engineers at all levels * Raise the overall technical bar through coaching, design reviews, and knowledge sharing * Influence hiring, onboarding, and technical talent development strategies Client & Production Support * Provide expert-level troubleshooting for large, complex, and high-visibility client deployments * Act as an escalation point for critical production or client issues * Help design durable, long-term solutions to recurring operational or client-impacting problems