Principal Software Engineer
Secure Code Warrior
Software Engineering
Sydney, NSW, Australia
Posted on Tuesday, April 30, 2024
About the role:
Do you crave complex technical challenges and the chance to make a real difference? Are you a distinguished software engineering leader with a passion for building secure and scalable systems? If so, then SCW wants you!
We're seeking a Principal Engineer to join our growing cybersecurity team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our platform. This is your chance to leverage your deep expertise and leadership to guide critical technical initiatives and leave a lasting impact.
In this role, you'll:
* Champion innovative solutions that push the boundaries of secure software development;
* Lead the design and development of complex, high-impact features for our platform, utilizing our tech stack (NodeJS, TypeScript, React, Java, Kotlin, Apache Spark, Apache Airflow, Spring Boot, and Kubernetes in AWS);
* Decompose complex technical tasks into manageable steps, delegating and collaborating effectively with team members to ensure successful project completion and on-time delivery;
* Provide expert technical leadership and mentorship, fostering a culture of excellence within the engineering team;
* Collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization, ensuring technical decisions align with business goals;
* Influence the overall software development lifecycle (SDLC) and set the bar for exceptional engineering practices, including advocating for strong unit testing, integration testing, system design principles, code reviews, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines;
* Shape SCW's technical direction through strategic decision-making and architectural expertise; and
* Translate technical solutions into clear business value for senior leadership.
We're looking for someone who:
* Is a distinguished software engineer with a proven track record of success and industry recognition;
* Possesses a deep understanding of first principles and is a master across the entire SDLC;
* Excels at designing and reasoning about complex systems with a focus on security best practices;
* Is a highly effective communicator who can inspire and build consensus among technical and non-technical stakeholders;
* Thrives in ambiguous environments and demonstrates resourcefulness in tackling complex challenges;
* Is a passionate mentor committed to fostering a culture of innovation and technical growth; and
* Possesses strong business acumen and can translate technical solutions into real-world value.
Let’s talk about benefits:
* Unlimited Paid-time-off;
* Remote first culture, with offices in Sydney if you wish to work more hybrid;
* Paid Parental Leave;
* Employee Share Option Plan;
* Volunteer Leave and Employee Assistance Programs; and
* Home Office Reimbursement