Principal Software Engineer

Job Description

The Max Maintenance team is currently in search of an experienced Principal Software Architect to take charge of leading the modernization and cloud transformation of a legacy .NET web application with a SQL Server backend. This role necessitates a profound understanding of AWS cloud services, including API Gateway, AWS Lambda, Step Functions, DynamoDB, and Neptune, in order to re-architect the system into a scalable, serverless, event-driven platform. The ideal candidate for this position will possess a robust architectural vision, hands-on technical proficiency, and a dedication to mentoring and guiding development teams through digital transformation initiatives.Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic team environment If so, we invite you to join our diverse and motivated team.Key Responsibilities:- Lead the comprehensive cloud transformation strategy for a legacy .NET/SQL Server web application.- Develop and deploy scalable, secure, and serverless AWS-native architectures with services like API Gateway, AWS Lambda, Step Functions, DynamoDB, and Neptune.- Establish and execute data migration plans, transitioning relational data models into NoSQL (DynamoDB) and graph-based (Neptune) storage paradigms.- Set standards for infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring utilizing AWS CloudFormation, CDK, or Terraform.- Offer hands-on technical guidance to development teams, ensuring high code quality and compliance with cloud-native principles.- Assist teams in adopting cloud technologies, service decomposition, and event-driven design patterns.- Mentor engineers in AWS technologies, microservices architecture, and best practices in DevOps and modern software engineering.- Develop and evaluate code for critical services, APIs, and data access layers using appropriate languages (e.g., Python, Node.js).- Create and implement APIs for both internal and external consumers, ensuring secure and dependable integrations.- Conduct architecture reviews, threat modeling, and enforce strict testing practices, including automated unit, integration, and load testing.- Collaborate closely with stakeholders, project managers, and cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and delivery milestones.- Translate business objectives into technical roadmaps and prioritize technical debt reduction and performance enhancements.- Engage stakeholders to manage expectations and provide clear communication on technical progress and risks.- Stay informed about AWS ecosystem updates, architectural trends, and emerging technologies.- Assess and prototype new tools, services, or architectural approaches that can expedite delivery and decrease operational complexity.- Advocate for a DevOps culture emphasizing continuous delivery, observability, and security-first development.Requirements:- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.- Minimum of 8 years of software development experience, with at least 3 years focused on architecting cloud-native solutions on AWS.- Proficiency in AWS services like API Gateway, Lambda, Step Functions, DynamoDB, Neptune, IAM, CloudWatch.- Experience in legacy application modernization and cloud migration.- Strong familiarity with the .NET stack and the ability to map legacy components to cloud-native equivalents.- Extensive knowledge of distributed systems, serverless design, data modeling (both relational and NoSQL/graph), and security best practices.- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills within agile software teams.- Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making capabilities.The oil and gas industrys top professionals leverage over 150 years of combined experience every day to assist customers in achieving enduring success.We Power the Industry that Powers the WorldOur family of companies has delivered technical expertise, cutting-edge equipment, and operational assistance across every region and aspect of drilling and production, ensuring current and future success.Global FamilyWe operate as a unified global family, comprising thousands of individuals working together to make a lasting impact on ourselves, our customers, and the communities we serve.Purposeful InnovationThrough intentional business innovation, product development, and service delivery, we are committed to enhancing the industry that powers the world.Service Above AllOur commitment to anticipating and meeting customer needs drives us to deliver superior products and services promptly and within budget.,

Keyskills :
API GatewayDynamoDBDevOpsPythonNoSQLArchitectural designTechnical leadershipAnalytical skillsAWS cloud servicesAWS LambdaStep FunctionsNeptuneInfrastructureascodeCICD pipelinesAWS CloudFormationCDKTerraformMicroservices architectureNodej