Principal Software Engineer
kforceTampa (FL)
$66.00 per hour
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kforceTampa (FL)
SENIORITY
Lead
SALARY
$66.00 per hour
About the role
Description: 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 practicesRequirements* 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 plusJob TypeContractCompensation62 - $66
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