Principal Platform Engineer - Software Engineer

Truist, a leading financial services company, is seeking a Principal Platform Engineer to join their technology team. This senior-level position combines technical leadership with product management, requiring expertise in cloud-native technologies and financial services. The role involves building mission-critical systems using modern technologies like Java, Python, Kubernetes, and event-driven architectures.

The ideal candidate will lead product management teams while architecting resilient, observable software systems that meet enterprise security and compliance standards. With a focus on governance-as-code and automation, you'll be responsible for creating reusable software patterns and implementing embedded controls.

This position offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and financial services, requiring both technical expertise and business acumen. You'll collaborate with various stakeholders, from development teams to executive leadership, while managing product roadmaps and driving innovation.

The role demands 7+ years of industry experience, with at least 5 years in product management. You'll need to demonstrate strong leadership abilities, technical depth, and a track record of delivering complex projects. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, pension plan, and equity opportunities.

Working from either Atlanta or Charlotte, you'll be part of Truist's mission to build better lives and communities through innovative financial services. This role is perfect for someone who combines technical excellence with business strategy, can lead teams effectively, and wants to make an impact in the financial technology sector.