Principal Software Engineer / Engineering Manager (AI & Cloud Platforms)

Job Title: Principal Software Engineer (AI & Cloud Platforms)

Location: Charlotte, NC

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 30+ months

Pay Range: $48.35/hr. to $54.15/hr. on W2 | $62.86/hr. to $70.40/hr. on C2C

Domain: Information Technology | Cloud & Artificial Intelligence

Application Deadline: June 1, 2026

SKILLS REQUIRED

Primary (Must-Have):

✔️10+ years of software engineering experience with enterprise-grade systems

✔️Strong proficiency in Python development and data analytics

✔️Proven experience designing and implementing AWS Cloud solutions

✔️Hands-on expertise with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform

✔️Solid database development skills using PL/SQL

✔️Proficiency with version control and CI/CD tools including Git and GitLab

Secondary (Good to Have):

✔️Exposure to building, deploying, or managing AI/ML platforms and use cases

✔️Experience mentoring engineering teams and leading technical architecture discussions

✔️Ability to balance business value with technical feasibility for complex engineering initiatives

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Engineer to join our team in a hybrid capacity based out of Charlotte, NC. In this pivotal role, you will bridge complex AI solutions with high-impact business outcomes by designing scalable, secure, cloud-based architectures. As a technical leader, you will leverage your deep expertise in Python, AWS, and data analytics to drive innovation, mentor engineering talent, and lead execution on cutting-edge enterprise AI use cases.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

✔️Design, build, and maintain scalable cloud-based solutions and architectures using AWS and enterprise AI platform capabilities

✔️Develop robust, clean, and efficient code in Python, alongside managing database logic and transformations using PL/SQL

✔️Automate infrastructure provisioning and deployment pipelines utilizing Terraform, Git, and GitLab CI/CD workflows

✔️Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers, ensuring code quality, security, and architectural alignment

✔️Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate business requirements, assessing technical feasibility and translating them into production-ready engineering roadmaps

BENEFITS

Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)

EEOC Compliance

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

DISCLAIMER

AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.