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Boost Mobile · 8 hours ago

Principal Software Engineer

Plano, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$127K/yr - $182K/yr

12+ years exp

Boost Mobile, a part of EchoStar, is reimagining the future of connectivity through innovative technology solutions. The Principal Software Engineer will design and develop distributed event-driven cloud-based solutions and lead API development, while also mentoring junior developers and ensuring the stability of production systems.

ElectronicsMobileTelecommunications

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Design and develop distributed event driven cloud-based solutions across AWS, Oracle Cloud, and on-prem infrastructure in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders

Build and deploy microservices in Java/Spring Boot using AWS EKS, and develop web apps with Python or Node.js using AWS Lambda

Implement resilient messaging systems that ensure fault tolerance through effective error handling and event reprocessing capabilities

Lead API development using OpenAPI Specifications, ensuring scalability, security, and alignment with business requirements

Drive code and design quality through peer reviews, GitLab CI/CD pipelines, and robust logging, monitoring, and security practices

Troubleshoot event driven systems, microservice/API issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term solutions for production stability

Mentor junior developers and contribute to agile team activities including technical grooming, story refinement, and documentation

Qualification

JavaAWSMicroservicesEvent-driven architectureAPI developmentPythonCI/CDKafkaDockerKubernetesAgile methodologiesSecure coding

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field with over 12 years of experience in enterprise Java (Java, J2EE, Spring, Spring Boot), Python, and cloud-native development

Extensive experience designing and managing distributed event driven systems, RESTful APIs and microservices in AWS and other cloud platforms

Significant experience in designing and developing with Kafka or similar messaging platforms

Strong command of event-driven architecture principles, leveraging industry-standard platforms like Kafka and AWS messaging services to build scalable and resilient applications

Proven ability in designing for failure, utilizing patterns such as rate limiting, DLQs, idempotency, retries, and graceful degradation to maintain system integrity

Deep expertise in API architecture, web application frameworks, and development best practices in secure, scalable environments

Strong understanding of security protocols (OAuth, SAML), governance, event-driven and message-based architectures, and caching strategies

Proven success working in Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban), contributing to iterative development and continuous delivery

Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate across teams, providing technical mentorship and ensuring alignment with enterprise standards

Developed serverless applications using AWS Lambda, Redis, SQS, and integrated cloud-native technologies

Proficient in CI/CD pipelines, Git-based source control, and SDLC tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Rally

Experienced in API development and management using Swagger/Swagger Hub and gateways like Apigee

Strong background in database solutions including DynamoDB, MongoDB, and DocumentDB

Skilled in containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes, with solid understanding of agile methodologies

Demonstrated expertise in threat modeling, risk assessments, secure code reviews, and effective global team communication

Benefits

Versatile health perks

Flexible spending accounts

HSA

A 401(k) Plan with company match

ESPP

Career opportunities

Flexible time away plan

Company

Boost Mobile

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Boost Mobile offers wireless phones and services with no long-term contracts.

Founded in 2000

Irvine, California, USA

501-1000 employees

http://www.boostmobile.com/

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