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# Principal Software Developer

- **Company:** S. T. C., Inc
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $115,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Multitier Architecture, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Bash Shell, Client/Server Application Language (C/AL), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Engineering, Code Review, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Platform as a Service (PAAS), Cloud Services, Ansible, Scaled Agile Framework, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, DevOps Tools - Open-source, System Availability, Backend, Deployment Automation, Production Code, Data Management, Database Replication, Puppet, Terraform, Data Pipelines, Serverless Computing
- **Published:** November 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f5f2411e-45b8-4648-ab75-bb7cc7b990a9

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of engineering experience

 * 5+ years of experience using cloud services in an IaaS or PaaS environment

 * Expert knowledge of AWS including networking, Lambda, Step Functions, and serverless services

 * 3-5 years of programming experience in C++, BASH, Python, Java, and JavaScript within an Agile development environment

 * Experience with DevOps automation tools (Puppet, Chef, Ansible, Terraform) with a focus on high availability and data replication

 * Proficiency with AWS Management and Deployment services (Terraform, IAM)

 * Strong drive to automate processes, build software tools, and deliver infrastructure-as-code solutions

Desired Skills and Experience

 * Experience with UNIX/Linux OS environments

 * Full lifecycle software development experience on large-scale, complex n-tier client/server applications

## Description

The Principal Software Developer is responsible for designing and delivering cloud-native data systems, backend services, and DevOps tooling supporting the EOSDIS data management mission. This role requires a multi-language developer with deep expertise in AWS serverless and infrastructure-as-code, a strong DevOps automation mindset, and a track record of owning complex systems end-to-end across the full development lifecycle.

Primary Responsibilities

 * Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native backend systems and data processing pipelines on AWS using Lambda, Step Functions, S3, and related services.

 * Develop and deliver infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solutions using Terraform and AWS management services (IAM, deployment tooling) to automate environment provisioning.

 * Implement and maintain DevOps automation using tools such as Puppet, Chef, Ansible, and Terraform; ensure high availability, data replication, and real-time recovery.

 * Write production-grade code in C++, BASH, Python, Java, and JavaScript within an Agile development environment.

 * Architect and own scalable IaC solutions supporting earth science data platform delivery across multiple program trains.

 * Apply deep knowledge of AWS networking, serverless services, and cloud-native deployment patterns to solve complex integration and scalability challenges.

 * Participate in Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) planning events, Program Increment (PI) planning, sprint ceremonies, backlog refinement, and technical reviews.

 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams within a large, multi-team Agile environment to deliver cloud-native earth science data capabilities on schedule.

 * Contribute to CI/CD pipeline automation, code review, testing, and documentation in accordance with program standards.