Principle Software Engineer

Principle Software Engineer

Solera is a global leader in data and software services that strives to transform every touchpoint of the vehicle lifecycle into a connected digital experience. In addition, we provide products and services to protect life's other most important assets: our homes and digital identities. Today, Solera processes over 300 million digital transactions annually for approximately 235,000 partners and customers in more than 90 countries. Our 6,500 team members foster an uncommon, innovative culture and are dedicated to successfully bringing the future to bear today through cognitive answers, insights, algorithms and automation.

The Role

As a Principle Software Engineer, you will serve as an individual contributor across several squads of software engineers and SDETs. You will collaborate with the engineering managers, senior principle engineers, principle engineers, and architects to provide technical strategy and direction, implementing requirements from product managers and UX designers. This role reports directly to the Director of Engineering. You will work on a primarily C#.Net SQL Server stack, with containerized microservices in Kubernetes (k8s) though your opportunity of impact will be across the portfolio. This role operates in a fast-paced environment with a focus on high quality and on-time delivery.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions
• Lead technical discussions and provide guidance to the squad
• Lead evolution and drive impact of the use of AI in the SDLC
• Ensure the implementation of best practices in coding, testing, and deployment
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver product features and improvements
• Mentor and support lead engineers and junior developers
• Utilize Jira for task management and tracking
• Work across Scrum teams to follow Agile methodologies
• Adhere to the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes
• Provide high-level estimations for project planning
• Participate in roadmap refinement and planning sessions
• Support operational escalations and ensure timely resolution
• Take ownership and have the autonomy to shape delivery

What You'll Bring

• 12+ years of experience in software engineering with prior experience as a lead
• Strong experience with GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code, or equivalent
• Strong experience with true CI/CD processes and daily releases
• Strong experience with C#.Net, SQL Server, Docker, and Kubernetes (k8s)
• Strong experience in containerized microservices
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills to articulate technical concepts and solutions
• Experience in leading technical projects and providing strategic direction
• A passion for continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends
• Familiarity with Jira and Agile methodologies
• Understanding of SDLC processes and best practices
• Ability to provide high-level estimations and contribute to roadmap refinement
• A go-getter attitude with the ability to work autonomously and shape delivery
• Focus on high quality and on-time delivery

It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position. Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company's needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.

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