Principal Software Developer

About the Position Are you looking to shape enterprise applications at an advanced strategic level? As a Principal Software Developer , you’ll lead innovation through architecture refinement, full‑stack development, and forward‑thinking software integrations. This role is about designing scalable solutions, defining industry‑leading security and testing practices, and mentoring teams. You won’t just build applications—you’ll set the technological direction, drive AI adoption, enhance user experience, and establish coding standards that elevate the entire development process. If you thrive in high‑impact decision‑making, enjoy optimizing workflows at an organizational level, and have a passion for guiding teams in cutting‑edge development, this role offers the perfect blend of technical leadership and innovation. Key Responsibilities Enterprise Software Architecture & Development – Design, develop, and refine high‑quality enterprise applications with a strong focus on scalability, security, reusability, and performance optimization. Strategic Technical Leadership & Innovation – Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, including AI, to enhance system functionality and maintain a competitive edge in software development. Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Influence – Partner with infrastructure, database, and applications teams to align development practices with organizational objectives and industry best practices. Security & Reliability Enforcement – Establish and promote rigorous security protocols, quality assurance methodologies, and testing strategies to ensure the reliability and protection of enterprise applications. CI/CD Pipeline Optimization & DevOps Best Practices – Lead the implementation and refinement of Azure DevOps workflows, automation strategies, and CI/CD processes for streamlined software delivery. Coding Standards & Engineering Excellence – Define and uphold best practices for coding, software architecture, and system integrations, conducting code reviews to maintain high development standards. Technical Mentorship & Knowledge‑Sharing – Provide expert technical leadership, supporting development teams in adopting best practices and innovative software design methodologies. The responsibilities above illustrate the general scope of work for this classification. Individual positions may not perform all listed duties, and the responsibilities described are not intended to be exhaustive. Telework Opportunities This position is eligible for telework following an initial training period. Minimum Requirements OPTION I: 9+ years of experience in software development. OPTION II: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, management information systems or related field –AND- 5+ years of experience in software development. OPTION III: Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the qualifications. Note: Credit for experience is based on a 40‑hour workweek. Part‑time experience is credited on a pro rata basis (e.g. working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience). Overtime does not count toward additional credit. Desirable Qualifications Expertise in designing and developing high‑quality enterprise applications, ensuring efficiency, scalability, reusability, and security. Ability to work effectively with technical teams, including infrastructure, database, and applications groups to optimize system performance. Expert understanding of security frameworks and testing methodologies. Experience in evaluating and implementing new technologies, including AI, with a proven track record of successful integration. Strong background in designing intuitive user interfaces, improving navigation, and enhancing functionality for superior user experience. Experience guiding teams in best practices and advanced software design principles. Experience in Agile/Scrum environments, contributing to sprint planning, backlog grooming, and iterative software delivery. Experience in the following technologies: .NET and C# Angular and front‑end frameworks Azure DevOps Azure CI/CD Los Angeles Superior Court is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Los Angeles Superior Court