Principal Software Development Engineer

About This Opportunity

Our talent team is representing a confidential defense technology organization that builds mission-critical network management platforms. They are seeking a Principal Software Development Engineer to design and develop full-stack features for systems that monitor and control diverse networking devices in operational environments.

This is a remote position in the United States, with an option to work from Portland, Oregon.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain full-stack features using C# and modern frameworks
• Develop efficient APIs supporting multiple interfaces including REST, gRPC, and GraphQL
• Build and extend microservices that run in Kubernetes environments, ensuring scalability, resilience, and security
• Create automation scripts for deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting workflows
• Contribute to AI-assisted coding initiatives by evaluating and integrating productivity tools
• Develop specifications and architectural plans for new system designs
• Participate in DevSecOps processes and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams
• Produce clear technical and architectural documentation

What We're Looking For

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience
• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience
• Deep expertise with C#,.NET, and modern design frameworks and development tools
• Familiarity with virtual machines (VMware, Hyper-V) and virtual networking concepts
• Working knowledge of security concepts, PKI, and encryption standards
• Experience with container orchestration, Docker compose files, and Helm charts is highly desirable
• Familiarity with web UI technologies (Blazor, Angular, JavaScript) is a plus
• Experience developing functionality to monitor or control hardware devices such as network routers or sensors is desirable
• Strong communication and documentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Collaborative mindset with excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude

How We Work With You

Candidates apply directly through Get A Job.ai. Our recruiting team will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and ensure alignment with the role. We then submit qualified candidates to our client for their consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the client organization directly, as all communication must flow through our talent team to maintain the integrity of the search process.

This position may require security screening and eligibility to access export-controlled information.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process and are commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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