Principal Software Engineer

For a financial client we need Principal Software Engineer. This position is based in Durham, NC or Westlake, TX. We are Primarily looking for W2 Candidates and not looking for Third Party Candidates. The Expertise and Skills You Bring

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a technology related field (e.g. Engineering, Computer Science, etc.) required.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience with Object Oriented programming, software design and programming fundamentals
• Expertise in consuming and designing RESTful APIs
• Good knowledge of standard methodologies in API design (e.g., microservices pattern)
• Strong knowledge and understanding of SQL, PLSQL, Stored Procedures, Indexes and data service development
• Understanding of NoSQL technologies
• Hands-on knowledge of Messaging Technologies (e.g., Kafka, Kinesis, SNS, SQS)
• Proven track record crafting new solutions and re-platforming legacy applications
• Desire/ability to learn and implement new technologies
• Experience with Agile development methodology
• Good understanding of automation (testing, continuous integration/deployment)
• Experience or certification in Cloud-based architectures (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure, etc.)
• Ability to see complex challenges from multiple perspectives, and leaning in to solve independently or with others
• Dedication to high quality, balanced with rapid pace of delivery delivering technology changes to end users every two weeks, and as frequent as daily
• Ability to work effectively in global teams distributed across geographic locations