Principal Software Developer

Job Description

Job Description

Principal Software Developer | $120,000 - $155,000 per year | Direct Hire | Hybrid

What Matters Most:

• Competitive Pay: $120,000 - $155,000 per year
• Schedule: Full-time, Direct Hire
• Hybrid: 2 days onsite per month in the Pittston, PA area
• Opportunity: Influence enterprise platform architecture within a modern cloud-first environment

Job Description:

Join a forward-thinking technology team building a cloud-native, API-driven platform that is disrupting the industry. As a Principal Software Developer, you will serve as a key technical contributor and architectural leader within a cross-functional Agile team, designing, developing, and delivering complex enterprise software solutions.

You will collaborate with engineers, product stakeholders, and architects while contributing hands-on code, mentoring developers, and influencing architectural decisions. The ideal candidate brings deep C#/.NET expertise, strong software engineering fundamentals, and a proven history of architecting and successfully delivering complex enterprise-level cloud solutions. This role requires the ability to take ownership of architectural decisions, explain technical approaches, and confidently communicate design tradeoffs.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a principal technical resource on a cross-functional Agile team including development, QA, and business analysts.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert for a platform domain, guiding architectural and integration decisions.
• Architect, design, develop, and deliver scalable enterprise software solutions aligned with business objectives and platform standards.
• Own significant architectural decisions and influence technical strategy based on experience delivering complex enterprise solutions.
• Develop applications using C# and modern .NET/.NET Core technologies, applying object-oriented programming, SOLID principles, and established design patterns.
• Evaluate architectural approaches, explain technical decisions, and communicate design tradeoffs.
• Mentor developers through pair programming, code reviews, demos, and coaching.
• Collaborate with product teams to translate business requirements into reliable, high-quality software solutions.
• Contribute hands-on code aligned with sprint goals while maintaining strong testing, performance, and security practices.
• Independently evaluate complex technical challenges, recommend solutions, and help remove technical roadblocks.
• Lead documentation and knowledge-sharing efforts to ensure technical continuity.
• Maintain understanding and ownership of delivered code, including code developed using AI-assisted tools.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of software development experience with deep hands-on expertise in C# and modern .NET/.NET Core technologies.
• Proven history of architecting, designing, and successfully delivering complex enterprise-level applications and cloud solutions, with demonstrated ownership of significant architectural decisions.
• Experience serving in a senior technical capacity within Agile development environments.
• Deep understanding of object-oriented programming, SOLID principles, software design patterns, and enterprise application architecture.
• Experience designing enterprise-level systems including RESTful APIs, integrations, and complex business workflows.
• Experience with monolithic and microservices architectures, including evaluating technical approaches and explaining architectural tradeoffs.
• Experience with modern frontend technologies such as TypeScript and Angular or React, and/or hands-on cloud application development, preferably with Microsoft Azure.
• Experience developing CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions.
• Strong system design, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently evaluate technical scenarios and recommend solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain personally developed solutions, articulate architectural decisions, and confidently discuss technical tradeoffs.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor developers, influence technical direction, and collaborate across Agile teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Angular and TypeScript, including modern Angular development concepts and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including serverless services, messaging, logging, and data storage.
• Experience with ASP.NET MVC and modern single-page application frameworks such as Angular or React.
• Experience developing complex enterprise applications in insurance, healthcare, or other regulated industries.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted software development tools and modern engineering practices, with the ability to understand, explain, and maintain generated code.

Benefits and Perks:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and floating holidays
• Tuition reimbursement for approved degree programs

Your New Organization:

Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding organization in the Scranton, PA area, that is revolutionizing their industry! This organization offers both stability and exciting opportunities for growth, fostering a collaborative culture where employee input and innovative ideas are highly valued.

Your Career Partner:

The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.

The base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $155,000, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final salary will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future salary growth.