Principal Software Engineer

Serve as top-level technical authority on leading edge, complex, state-of-the art technologies and/or techniques. This position is a senior leader of the organization who serves as leader, collaborator, innovator, role model, champion and subject matter expert.

The ideal candidate will be a problem solver with the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical senior leadership and can be a hands-on developer when necessary

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Location note: for candidates based in Charlotte, this role is preferred hybrid as most of the team is based in Charlotte. Otherwise, it would remote with periodic travel to the Charlotte offic

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If you are interested, please apply through the link. Please do not reach out to me directly via LinkedIn as I am unable to respond to the overwhelming number of inquiri

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Job Descrip

tionESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIT

IES The following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties maybe performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to t

ime.1. Function as top-level subject matter expert on assigned technology stack

(s).2. Research and maintain knowledge of emerging technologies and their application to the business and existing soluti

ons.3. Actively participate in architectural planning, cost modeling, resource and project planning to support the strategic needs of the comp

any.4. Lead existing and emerging technology and development processes, ensuring alignment with business goals and strateg

ies.5. Identify and develop sound application architecture patterns, frameworks, and standards for use across IT to drive application architecture consiste

ncy.6. Apply in-depth knowledge of programming languages and designing, coding, and testing to deliver highly innovative solutions, including developing technology standards and procedures as requi

red.7. Build and maintain strong partnerships with all levels of management to drive improvements to the company’s entire application portfo

lio.8. Be a resource for teammates at all levels, including overseeing the work of others and provide coaching and training for a small t

eam.9. Act as an Agile champion and leverages continuous engineering practices to deliver business va

lue.
QUALIFICA

TIONSThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential funct

ions.Required Qualifica

tions1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent education and related trai

ning.2. Minimum seven years’ experience in leading edge, complex technologies and techniques with additional experience within software development. Must have experience in Microsoft A

zure.3. Strong experience with programming technologies such as Python, Microsoft .NET, VB.Net, C#, C++, ASP.Net and SQL Server, Azure IaaS and PaaS cloud services, Azure Data Services, and Azure Op

enAI.4. Working knowledge of automation technologies such as Microsoft Power Automate, UiPath or Automation Anyw

here.5. Proven experience integrating with proprietary and COTS applications, using API best practices for architecture and develop

ment.6. Recognized in the industry for experience and knowledge, with in-depth knowledge and experience in information systems and ability to identify, apply, and implement best pract

ices.7. Understanding of multiple disciplines and processes related to the position, and experience applying and utilizing enterprise architectural standards and design princi

ples.8. Solid experience working knowledge of UML and design t

ools.9. Ability to plan and manage projects independently through a culture of trust and accountability, and to drive change across the IT organization with strong business and financial acumen and effective communication sk

ills.10. Ability to establish strong relationships within the technical commu

nity.11. Ability to unify activities within the technology community, coordinating with other businesses and engineering organizat

ions.12. Working experience in an agile environment, including agile development and release pract

ices.13. Ability to contribute effectively as a visionary for future technological capabilities and operational scena

rios.14. Ability to work within a demanding environment and manage time/priorities across multiple different proj

ects.
Preferred Qualific

• ationsTwelve years of experience in techn
• ology.Proficiency working with Microsoft cloud technologies and related to
• oling.Experience with Azure DevOps, such as CICD, templating and integra
• tions.Experience working with infrastructure as code, either Terraform or
• Bicep.Experience with AI/ML technologies; Microsoft OpenAI highly pref
• erred.Five years’ experience in the commercial P&C industry, or equivalent insurance industry exper
• ience.Wholesale brokerage exper