Backend Principal Software Engineer

Overview

OneTrust’s mission is to enable organizations to use data and AI responsibly. Our platform simplifies the collection of data with consent and preferences, automates the governance of data with integrated risk management across privacy, security, IT/tech, third-party, and AI risk, and activates the responsible use of data by applying and enforcing data policies across the entire data estate and lifecycle. OneTrust supports seamless collaboration between data teams and risk teams to drive rapid and trusted innovation. Recognized as a market pioneer and leader, OneTrust boasts over 300 patents and serves more than 14,000 customers globally, ranging from industry giants to small businesses.

The Challenge

We’re looking for a Principal Software Engineer passionate about solving complex problems to join our agile Product Engineering team. You’ll focus on backend development, contribute to system architecture, and drive innovation from design to customer-facing delivery. This is a hands-on role with exposure to the latest technologies, on-the-job training, and opportunities to expand your skillset.

Your Mission

Development

• Design, develop, and unit test backend applications using Java, Python, REST, Spring ecosystem.
• Deploy applications to MS Azure and contribute to cloud architecture discussions.
• Apply strong debugging and design skills to maintain and enhance system performance.
• Extra-awesome skills: HTML, JavaScript/TypeScript, MS Azure.
  
  

• Work closely with UX, Product Managers, Product Owners, and fellow developers in planning, grooming, and architectural discussions.
• Ensure sprint commitments are met while maintaining high-quality standards.
  
  

• Catch and fix issues early, keeping modules/products high-performing.
• Conduct peer code reviews and mentor junior developers on testing and coding best practices.
  
  

• Mentor team members and help build high-performing teams.
• Create opportunities for growth and skill development within the team.
  
  

A self-learner who is open to new technologies, processes, or techniques to improve your ability to deliver high-quality software. Someone who asks questions to clarify gaps in understanding.

Your Experience Includes

• 8+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in Java (7+), Python, Spring, REST, SQL/NoSQL, object-oriented design, and design patterns.
• Experience with ElasticSearch, Kafka, web services, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Agile experience (Scrum, XP, or Pair Programming).
• Strong debugging and system design skills; able to handle complex technical challenges.
  
  

• Knowledge of CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins) and Kubernetes.
• Experience in industrial software development is a plus.
  
  

Where we Work

We are embracing an office first culture, encouraging three days a week in office for most roles, with meaningful opportunities to collaborate and celebrate in person.

Each role may have specific requirements or flexibility depending on the scope of the position, so we encourage you to verify this with your recruiter during your first interview.

Benefits

As an employee at OneTrust, you will be part of the OneTeam. That means you’ll receive support physically, mentally, and emotionally so that you can do your best work both in and out of the office. This includes comprehensive healthcare coverage, flexible PTO, equity RSUs, annual performance bonus opportunities, retirement account support, 14+ weeks of paid parental leave, career development opportunities, company-paid privacy certification exam fees, and much more. Specific benefits differ by country. For more information, talk to your recruiter or visit onetrust.com/careers.

Resources

Check out the following to learn more about OneTrust and its people:

• OneTrust Careers on YouTube
• @LifeatOneTrust on Instagram
  
  

Your Data

You have the right to have your personal data updated or removed. You also have the right to have a copy of the information OneTrust holds about you. Further details about these rights are available on the website in our Privacy Overview. You can change your mind at any time and have your personal data removed from our database. In order to do this you must contact us and let us know you wish to be removed. The request should be made on the Data Subject Request Form.

Recruitment fraud warning: OneTrust is aware of scams involving false offers of employment with our company. The fraudulent jobs, interviews and job offers use fake websites, email addresses, group chat and text messages. Be aware that we never ask candidates for personal information, IDs or bank information during the interview process. We do not interview prospective candidates via instant message or group chat, and do not require candidates to purchase products or services, or process payments on our behalf as a condition of any employment offer. Please note that any legitimate interview availability requests will come directly from a OneTrust recruiter with an "@onetrust.com" email address. You may also receive legitimate emails from "@us.greenhouse-mail.io". Recruiters will only reach out to candidates who have applied for a role through our ATS (Greenhouse) or prospects via LinkedIn InMail. Job offers will come from a recruiter and may have a "@docusign.net" email address. For more information or if you have been targeted please reach out to askrecruiting@onetrust.com.

Our Commitment to You

When you join OneTrust you are stepping onto a launching pad — the countdown has begun. The destination? A career without boundaries working alongside a diverse and inclusive crew who is passionate about doing meaningful work. As a pioneer, your voice and expertise will help chart the direction of an entirely new category. Our commitment to putting people first starts with you. Your growth is part of the mission. Our goal is to give you the power to embark on the next phase of your uniquely, unique career.

OneTrust provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.