Principal, IT Software Engineer 2

$140,790 - $255,530/Yr

DirecTV - El Segundo, CA

posted 5 months ago

Full-time - Principal
Remote - El Segundo, CA
Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

The Principal, IT Software Engineer 2 at DIRECTV is a key role focused on backend development and microservices for enterprise-scale applications. This position requires a motivated self-starter who can understand customer needs and develop effective products and APIs. The engineer will lead initiatives, manage delivery plans, and ensure API security and performance while mentoring junior team members and promoting best practices within the development community.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure API security and performance, overseeing assessments and mitigation of vulnerabilities for APIs exposed over the internet.
  • Govern governance for all aspects of application design, including performance optimization and technical debt reduction.
  • Serve as a technical lead for a set of teams, providing technical best practice oversight.
  • Articulate and present technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Take ownership of architecture, design, implementation, and deployment of complex software components and systems.
  • Actively participate in the development community to promote best practices through educating peers.
  • Mentor junior team members on the Scrum team or development team, providing consistent guidance on technical approach and best practices.
  • Manage risk and request help from leadership when necessary to meet commitments or change directions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience preferred.
  • 5 - 7 years of software delivery experience in a 24/7 environment.
  • Experience working with SaaS systems preferred.
  • Background developing various AWS software solutions services.
  • Previous working knowledge with Kubernetes, preferably AWS EKS, and custom-developed applications (e.g., Java).
  • Experience with incident management processes.
  • Excellent understanding of building API platforms.
  • Outstanding communications skills, written and verbal.
  • A bias for action and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Independent problem solver with a customer- and client-focused approach.

Benefits

  • Market-competitive compensation structure
  • Salary ranges determined by role, level, and location
  • Potential for bonuses and benefits that contribute to a total compensation package
© 2024 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service