Principal Software Developer

General Dynamics Information Technology

. Deliver new features and improve reliability of core services, including customer intake, application screening, and information dissemination paths .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $187,000 - $253,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expert-level proficiency in modern programming languages such as Java and Python, with a strong focus on designing and implementing distributed systems and microservice architectures. Proven ability to lead technical teams, communicate complex concepts effectively, and drive system transformations through innovative engineering practices.

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Expert-Level Proficiency In JavaExpert-Level Proficiency In PythonDistributed Systems Design And ImplementationMicroservice Architecture ExperienceTechnical Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Modern Programming LanguagesDistributed SystemsMicroservice ArchitecturesCloud Engineering ParadigmsDesign PatternsReliability PrinciplesScaling PrinciplesSystem DesignAI And Automation ToolsComplex Problem Solving

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsMentoringAdaptabilityCollaborationInfluencing Technical Direction

Industry Keywords

High-Throughput SystemsLow-Latency SystemsSystem MigrationsStrangler PatternsSecure Service Integration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed SystemsJavaMicroservicesPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver new features and improve reliability of core services, including customer intake, application screening, and information dissemination paths
Identify major system bottlenecks and business-logic flaws and proactively address them
Own core product problems, develop solutions, and prove their impact through data at scale
Work across the stack without relying on another engineer or team to complete tasks
Lead a team of developers in engineering software for complex user problems
Communicate technical decisions and trade-offs to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where ideas are openly discussed and challenged

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of related experience
Expert-level proficiency in at least one modern programming language (Java, Python, or similar)
Proficiency in the majority of language constructs and ability to apply them to complex problems
Proven ability to design and implement distributed systems, including storage, caching, and application layers
Understanding of distributed-system failure modes
Verifiable experience with microservice architectures, especially high-throughput and low-latency systems
Portfolio demonstrating system transformations, such as strangler patterns for evolving monoliths to microservices
Experience with complex, phased systems migrations, including dark reads, dark writes, light reads, and light writes
Expert-level proficiency in cloud engineering paradigms, especially high-scale asynchronous systems and secure service integration patterns
Deep understanding of design patterns, reliability, and scaling principles
Strong architectural and system design capabilities
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Experience mentoring engineers, leading technical teams, or serving as a tech lead
Ability to influence technical direction and advocate for sound engineering practices
Track record of learning and adapting to new technologies, frameworks, and methodologies
Demonstrated use of AI and automation tools to enhance productivity and engineering outcomes
Comfort with ambiguity and willingness to enter new problem domains
No certification required
US citizenship is not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan with company match
Full-flex work weeks
Paid time off, including vacation, sick, personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
Typically 15 days of paid leave per calendar year
10 paid holidays per year
Up to 160 hours of paid family leave in a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance
AI-powered career tool identifying career steps and learning opportunities
Internal mobility team supporting career goals
Award-winning culture of innovation and military-friendly workplace