Senior Principal Software Engineer, US

West Monroe Partners • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

West Monroe is seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer to join the Technology and Experience (TechEx) practice. In this role, you will partner with our clients and other West Monroe team members on transformational projects. You will work collaboratively to gather technical requirements, define platform and integration design, and perform the configuration/development of innovative solutions in a team environment.

Requirements

• Proficiency in multiple programming languages across full-stack development.
• Deep experience with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Advanced knowledge of databases and their integration within software solutions.
• Proven experience with Agile methodology and leading dispersed teams on complex projects.
• Consultative technical business acumen to support pursuits with revenue targets.
• Aptitude for presenting strategic application modernization to clients.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Generative AI tools and frameworks (e.g., OpenAI, Google Vertex AI, Hugging Face).
• Knowledge of AI/ML concepts, including natural language processing (NLP), large language models (LLMs), and computer vision.
• Ability to design and implement AI-driven solutions to enhance business processes, automate workflows, and improve customer experiences.
• Familiarity with ethical considerations and responsible AI practices.

Responsibilities

• Work in a collaborative team setting to support our clients and help solve their business problems through analysis of existing systems, applications, and processes.
• Lead the development of software solutions across full lifecycle Agile projects - requirements gathering, design, development, testing, implementation, and rollout.
• Own the flexibility to be creative and have an impact on designs with a 'blank slate' development mentality within the general boundaries of client expectations.
• Build highly interactive and customized web, desktop, and/or mobile front-end and back-end applications.
• Participate in all aspects of product development, including generating ideas, prototyping, building solutions, talking to users, testing outcomes, and integrating learnings into future work.
• Learn new languages, paradigms, patterns, and frameworks to continuously develop your technical expertise.
• Use creativity and resourcefulness to tackle unexpected challenges and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate Generative AI (GenAI) capabilities into client solutions, leveraging AI tools and frameworks for automation, personalization, and innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services