EchoStar Corporation · 7 hours ago
Principal Software Engineer
Plano, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$127K/yr - $182K/yr
12+ years expEchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity, offering services in satellite television and smart home installations. The Principal Software Engineer will design and develop cloud-based solutions and lead API development to enhance connectivity for millions of users.
HardwareSatellite CommunicationSoftware
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
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
EchoStar Corporation
EchoStar Corporation (Nasdaq: SATS) is a premier provider of technology, networking services, television entertainment and connectivity, offering consumer, enterprise, operator and government solutions worldwide under its EchoStar®, Boost Mobile®, Sling TV, DISH TV, Hughes®, HughesNet®, HughesON™ and JUPITER™ brands.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$50MKey Investors
National Telecommunications and Information Administration
2024-10-10Post Ipo Debt
2024-07-15Grant· $50M
2008-01-03IPO
Leadership Team
Charlie William Ergen
Chairman Of The Board
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