Staff Software Engineer – Platform Engineering – .Net

Staff Software Engineer – Platform Engineering – .Net

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• An advanced degree in a directly relevant area of study may substitute for up to two (2) years of job-related experience.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, encompassing design, development, and deployment of large-scale systems, as outlined in the Essential Duties and Responsibilities.
• Extensive experience in creating technical documentation, including design specifications, architecture diagrams, and deployment guides.
• Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and Scrum processes, with demonstrated success in applying them to complex projects.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft technology stack, including .NET, C#, Azure, SQL, and Visual Studio.
• Hands-on experience with GIT, NoSQL databases, and messaging systems such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar technologies.
• Advanced knowledge of AWS services, including but not limited to EC2, S3, Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, DynamoDB, and CloudFront.
• Strong expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform for automated provisioning and management of cloud resources.
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipeline, and experience with automated testing and deployment frameworks.
• Experience in creating scalable, cloud-native architectures leveraging microservices, serverless computing, and containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical authority and key driver in the design, development, and delivery of innovative features, collaborating with product owners, front-end, middleware, DevOps, and firmware teams to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Lead technical assessments, scope changes, and oversee the management of the codebase for critical business requirements, high-impact product enhancements, and complex change requests across multiple initiatives.
• Architect and implement scalable, efficient, and robust software designs for high-complexity projects, working closely with solution architects and senior engineering leaders to ensure alignment with platform and business strategies.
• Champion Agile methodologies, such as Scrum, to enable efficient development cycles, continuous integration, and high-quality deliverables in middleware development.
• Facilitate and lead strategic technical discussions, including architecture reviews, design meetings, and pull requests, fostering a culture of engineering excellence and collaboration.
• Drive adherence to best practices, coding standards, and platform design principles to deliver high-quality, reusable, and maintainable code.
• Develop deep domain expertise in platform-specific frameworks, features, and middleware components, acting as a subject-matter expert and advisor across teams.
• Mentor and coach engineers across the organization, building technical capability, fostering innovation, and cultivating leadership within the engineering team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional domain experts—including infrastructure, database, security, and front-end teams—to drive cohesive solutions and seamless integration.
• Provide technical leadership to offshore and onshore teams, ensuring alignment on architecture, feature delivery, and the reduction of technical debt.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and innovations, proactively identifying and introducing tools and approaches to elevate the myQ platform’s technical capabilities and market competitiveness.
• Ensure strict adherence to security protocols, including ISO 27001 standards, to safeguard the platform’s integrity and customer trust.
• Promote a culture of safety and compliance within the team, ensuring adherence to health and safety guidelines and best practices.
• Protect company confidentiality and safeguard intellectual property by adhering to established protocols for data privacy and security.
• Commit to continuous professional development, leveraging workshops, professional networks, and industry literature to stay at the forefront of the field.
• Actively contribute to team and organizational goals, driving initiatives that deliver measurable business outcomes and set new standards for technical excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of software development and design principles, with a focus on building scalable, secure, and maintainable systems.
• Comprehensive expertise in cloud-based development and architecture, with a strong focus on AWS and multi-cloud solutions.
• Exceptional ability to lead, collaborate, and provide clear technical direction to multiple development teams across diverse geographies.
• Deep knowledge of CI/CD practices, tools, and deployment processes, enabling efficient and reliable software delivery.
• Proven ability to debug, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues in distributed systems and cloud environments.
• Proficiency in estimating work, supporting project planning efforts, and reporting progress to stakeholders at a platform and organizational level.
• Strong understanding of security best practices in cloud environments, including IAM roles, encryption, and network security.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage cloud monitoring and logging tools such as AWS CloudWatch, Elastic Stack, or Datadog for performance optimization and incident resolution.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and ensuring high-quality software delivery through robust test pipelines.