Principal Software Engineer

Overview

Syniverse is the world’s most connected company. Whether we’re developing the technology that enables intelligent cars to safely react to traffic changes or freeing travelers to explore by keeping their devices online wherever they go, we believe in leading the world forward. Which is why we work with some of the world’s most recognized brands. Eight of the top 10 banks. Four of the top 5 global technology companies. Over 900 communications providers. And how we’re able to provide our incredible talent with an innovative culture and great benefits.

Who We're Looking For

A Principal Software Development Engineer has the responsibilities to develop new applications and perform lifecycle support for existing applications. The engineer must possess excellent knowledge of the overall application environment and the tools that support products and services.

The engineer must also lead application development teams from the concept stage through final implementation. In addition, the engineer must be completely accountable for all tasks assigned to the engineer individually or to the team / project that the engineer is leading.

Finally, the engineer is required to adhere to all of the company’s software development procedures and processes while fulfilling the leadership role.

Position Overview

Some of What You'll Do

This role is an individual contributor position with no direct reports, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining advanced software solutions to meet organizational and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex software modules to meet functional, performance, and user experience standards.
• Implement applications according to detailed design specifications.
• Provide expertise in the SMPP protocol, with hands-on coding experience highly preferred.
• Automate and perform unit and functional testing to ensure software quality and compliance.
• Modify and enhance existing software to resolve defects, accommodate new hardware platforms, and improve interfaces and performance.
• Develop comprehensive design documentation using Object-Oriented or Structured methodologies, including use cases, flow diagrams, structure definitions, and architecture diagrams.
• Prepare detailed release notes and present implementation plans during formal release walkthroughs, in line with company protocols.
• Conduct post-implementation monitoring and testing to validate release outcomes.
• Guide project teams throughout the software development lifecycle, offering technical leadership and support.
• Build subject matter expertise in wireless and wireline telecommunications standards and network implementations, applying industry knowledge to address business challenges.
• Collaborate with operations teams during deployments and optimize application and system monitoring practices to maintain superior service quality.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and methodologies to drive process improvements and efficiency.
• Mentor and provide subject matter expertise to junior team members.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• 8 to 10+ years of experience with Java.
• Advanced proficiency in:
• Core Java development
• Object-Oriented and Structured development methodologies
• Linux and shell scripting
• Amazon Web Services (AWS) and associated tools
• RESTful services and Spring Framework, including performance tuning
• Data streaming with Kafka
• Agile development methodologies
• CI/CD processes and source management with Git
• Java security vulnerability remediation
• NOSQL and RDBMS database management
• Code coverage tools (e.g., JUnit)
• Proficiency with IDEs such as Eclipse and IntelliJ
• Preferred:
• SMPP (Short Message Peer-to-Peer Protocol) experience
• Experience with Git Duo
  

• Familiarity with application deployment architectures.
• Strong ownership and accountability for assigned tasks and projects.
• Excellent team collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Superior verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and deliver results efficiently.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions on schedule.
• Demonstrates urgency, positivity, and composure when working under pressure.
• Commitment to fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Basic understanding of project management principles.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills with junior team members.
  
  

Join us as we write a new chapter, guided by world-class leadership. Come be a part of an exciting and growing organization where we offer a competitive total compensation, flexible/remote work and with a leadership team committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and transparent organizational culture.

At Syniverse connectedness is at the core of our business. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion among our employees is crucial to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people who want to help us connect the world.

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