Principal Software Engineer (Remote - US)
Description For Principal Software Engineer (Remote - US)
Jobgether, a Talent Matching Platform, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of a modern, high-performance insurance platform. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on designing scalable services and robust APIs. The position requires expertise in Java, PostgreSQL, and AWS services, with a strong background in microservices architecture and distributed systems. The ideal candidate will drive technical decision-making, mentor team members, and ensure system performance while working in a fully remote environment across the US. The role offers comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, and professional development support. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technologist looking to make a significant impact in the insurtech space while working with cutting-edge technologies and leading engineering practices.
Responsibilities For Principal Software Engineer (Remote - US)
- Design and implement scalable backend services and REST APIs for complex systems
- Lead architectural planning and build high-performance database structures for distributed applications
- Collaborate across teams to define requirements and build tools for policy, claims, and service integration
- Ensure system resilience, observability, and performance through continuous optimization
- Produce clear, well-documented technical plans and champion code quality through code reviews and best practices
- Mentor engineers across teams and promote a strong, growth-minded team culture
- Identify technical debt and lead refactoring initiatives to improve long-term maintainability
Requirements For Principal Software Engineer (Remote - US)
- Extensive experience with Java, PostgreSQL/SQL, AWS services (including S3), and Spring Boot
- Proven leadership within a microservice architecture environment and distributed systems
- Skilled in designing, documenting, and integrating RESTful APIs for internal and external use
- Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools like Temporal and observability stacks (e.g., Grafana, Prometheus)
- Strong understanding of authentication technologies like OAuth, OIDC, and SAML
- Experience with cloud-native platforms (AWS, Kubernetes) and infrastructure automation
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset
- Background in fintech, insurtech, or related domains is a plus
Benefits For Principal Software Engineer (Remote - US)
- Competitive compensation package
- Generous health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Paid volunteer time off
- Wellness allowance and other perks to support your wellbeing
- Flexible remote and in-office work options across multiple U.S. locations
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