Vertex ยท 1 day ago
Software Principal Engineer
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$178K/yr - $216K/yr
6+ years expVertex Pharmaceuticals is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. They are seeking a Software Principal Engineer to handle complex engineering tasks, provide mentorship, and lead the development of innovative software solutions.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Handle complex engineering tasks and project initiatives
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
Lead technical reviews and ensure adherence to best practices
Collaborate on the development of innovative software solutions
Support the Associate Director or Director with strategic technical insights
Lead the design and development of complex software systems within the scientific space
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliverables of custom applications
Conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality code and adherence to best practices
Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues, using AWS and Cloud Computing
Develop and maintain technical documentation
Ensure software security and compliance with industry standards
Drive continuous improvement in software development processes using Agile methodologies
Participate in strategic planning and decision-making for technology initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
6 years of experience in the job offered or in a Software Principal Engineer-related occupation
72 months of experience in exceptional problem-solving and technical skills in software engineering
Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers
Strong expertise in software architecture and system design
Proficiency in leading technical initiatives and innovation
Support and development of java applications
Support and development of web applications
Progression and assistance of existing applications using Flask and Django
Development and building of new web applications using FastAPI
Knowledge of modern JavaScript frameworks including Angular and VueJS
Knowledge of Cloud computing to transition systems from in-house servers to Cloud-based solutions
Experience with Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud infrastructure including Fargate, EC2 and S3
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter)
Educational assistance programs including student loan repayment
A generous commuting subsidy
Matching charitable donations
401(k)
Company
Vertex
Vendor intelligence that combs through your supplier, manufacturer, logistics data to detect where you're leaving money on the table.
2-10 employees
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