Principal Software Engineer

ProctorU Inc.

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Meazure Learning, we aim to empower open-minded, inquisitive, and driven people, and we love how each new addition to the team adds to our culture. Here, you can positively impact the careers of millions of test-takers and reshape the education technology landscape by working toward one vision:

“To provide life-long learners across the globe the freedom to pursue their academic dreams and career aspirations safely, securely, and conveniently.”

Our Vision starts with our values—Hungry, Humble and Smart. We are looking for team members who model drive for results. Team members who think of the organization and team first without ego or agenda. Leaders who instinctively collaborate and operate with emotional intelligence. This is the foundation of success for all employees at Meazure Learning.

We are seeking a talented and motivated Principal Software Engineer I to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in software development, a passion for solving complex problems, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. As the Principal Software Engineer I, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions that meet the needs of our clients and stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and contribute to innovative technology solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of professional software development disciplines and deep technical skills
• 1+ year in Principal Software Engineering role
• Strong expertise in service-oriented architecture and event driven architecture
• Strong expertise using JavaScript frameworks
• Proficient in Ruby on Rails.
• Strong expertise in developing cloud infrastructure applications
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with NATS.IO, Jetstream, or Kafka preferred
• Experience with GOlang preferred

Responsibilities

• Guides the technical strategy for large-scale initiatives or entire product lines.
• Acts as a thought leader and mentor for all technical staff, shaping the technical vision and direction of the organization, and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Contributes significantly to the company's technical leadership, influencing key technical decisions, and driving initiatives to improve software development processes and methodologies across the organization.
• Represents the organization at industry conferences, forums, or events, sharing expertise and contributing to the advancement of software engineering practices.
• Demonstrates exceptional communication, leadership, and collaboration skills, enabling effective alignment and decision-making across multiple teams, departments, and stakeholders.
• Stays at the forefront of industry trends, emerging technologies, and their potential impact on the organization's technical strategy and competitive position.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Exceptional Benefits:
• 401(k) plan with company matching & immediate vesting schedule (100% of the 1st 3% and 50% of the next 2%)
• BCBS Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with generous employer funding for employees and dependents
• Generous flexible time off approach
• Professional development
• Remote and hybrid first organization
• Great working environment with a team of exceptional people

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal