Principal Software Engineer – Java 

 

Location: Chennai (WFO – Monday to Friday)
Experience: 7 – 10+ years
Job Type: Full-time | Immediate joiners preferred

 

Role Summary:
We are hiring a Principal Software Engineer to lead architectural and technical decisions, guide teams on best practices, and deliver high-impact projects using Java, Scala, REST APIs, authentication frameworks, and Kubernetes deployments across AWS, Azure, or GCP with EKS.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership and architecture guidance for backend services.

• Define strategies for REST API design, versioning, and integration.

• Lead implementation of authentication protocols such as OIDC and Kerberos.

• Drive cloud-native deployments using EKS on AWS, Azure, or GCP.

• Ensure scalability, performance, and observability of distributed systems.

• Mentor engineering teams and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.

 

Skills Required:

• Expert in Java and Scala development for large-scale systems.

• Proven experience in REST API development and authentication integrations.

• Deep expertise with Kubernetes, particularly EKS, and cloud deployments.

• Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP services.

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

 

Preferred:

• Python scripting and automation.

• Experience with monitoring, security audits, and compliance frameworks.

• Immediate joiners for enterprise-level projects

We offer:

• Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and their families
• Stock options / RSUs so you share in our success
• Company-sponsored training & certifications to accelerate your career
• A fitness tracker worth up to $100 USD to support your wellness goals
• Complimentary lunch and snacks every day at the office
• State of the art infra for our office with dedicated recreation/play area to relax and recharge
• Global project exposure, giving you the opportunity to collaborate with international teams and work on cutting-edge solutions that impact clients worldwide
• A supportive, friendly, and collaborative atmosphere where you can do your best work
• An attractive employee referral program with exciting rewards when you bring great talent onboard