Sandy Springs, GA · On-site
$134K - $179K/yr
PRINCIPAL SOFTWARE ENGINEER Company Overview At The Intersect Group, we partner with organizations focused on building scalable, modern digital platforms that support growth across multi-brand and ...
Sandy Springs, GA · On-site
$134K - $179K/yr
PRINCIPAL SOFTWARE ENGINEER Company Overview At The Intersect Group, we partner with organizations focused on building scalable, modern digital platforms that support growth across multi-brand and ...
Alpharetta, GA · On-site
$131K - $176K/yr
Ministry Brands is looking for a Principal Software Engineer to join our growing team! Who we are Ministry Brands is a leading provider of SaaS operational management systems, payments platforms ...
Alpharetta, GA · On-site
$131K - $176K/yr
Ministry Brands is looking for a Principal Software Engineer to join our growing team! Who we are Ministry Brands is a leading provider of SaaS operational management systems, payments platforms ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
The Principal Software Engineer will oversee the solution architecture and development of the backend API components of the platform that powers our digital assets. To be successful the candidate ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
The Principal Software Engineer will oversee the solution architecture and development of the backend API components of the platform that powers our digital assets. To be successful the candidate ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
Title and Summary Principal Software Engineer About Mastercard Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
Title and Summary Principal Software Engineer About Mastercard Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy ...
$129K - $174K/yr
Title and Summary Principal Software Engineer Who is Mastercard? Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy ...
$129K - $174K/yr
Title and Summary Principal Software Engineer Who is Mastercard? Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
Title and Summary Principal Software Engineer Who is Mastercard? Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
Title and Summary Principal Software Engineer Who is Mastercard? Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
As a Stable Kernel Principal Software Engineer , you play an essential role in setting our portfolio of world-class clients up for success through the development and delivery of their most ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
As a Stable Kernel Principal Software Engineer , you play an essential role in setting our portfolio of world-class clients up for success through the development and delivery of their most ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$139K - $249K/yr
We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to provide deep technical leadership on a large-scale data platform, and to turn complex requirements into a coherent, scalable architecture. As a ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$139K - $249K/yr
We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to provide deep technical leadership on a large-scale data platform, and to turn complex requirements into a coherent, scalable architecture. As a ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$139K - $249K/yr
We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to provide deep technical leadership on a large-scale data platform, and to turn complex requirements into a coherent, scalable architecture. As a ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$139K - $249K/yr
We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to provide deep technical leadership on a large-scale data platform, and to turn complex requirements into a coherent, scalable architecture. As a ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to help build Aderant Talent, the next generation of vi by Aderant. Our talent management suite is used by the world's leading law firms to recruit ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to help build Aderant Talent, the next generation of vi by Aderant. Our talent management suite is used by the world's leading law firms to recruit ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
The Principal Software Engineer will oversee the solution architecture and development of the backend API components of the platform, providing technical leadership through coaching and mentorship to ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
The Principal Software Engineer will oversee the solution architecture and development of the backend API components of the platform, providing technical leadership through coaching and mentorship to ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to help build Aderant Talent, the next generation of vi by Aderant. Our talent management suite is used by the world's leading law firms to recruit ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to help build Aderant Talent, the next generation of vi by Aderant. Our talent management suite is used by the world's leading law firms to recruit ...
$129K - $174K/yr
About The Role As a Principal Software Engineer at Relay, you'll be responsible for building the next generation payments network for an industry that has seen little innovation in the last 50 years.
$129K - $174K/yr
About The Role As a Principal Software Engineer at Relay, you'll be responsible for building the next generation payments network for an industry that has seen little innovation in the last 50 years.
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
About The Role As a Principal Software Engineer at Relay, you'll be responsible for building the next generation payments network for an industry that has seen little innovation in the last 50 years.
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
About The Role As a Principal Software Engineer at Relay, you'll be responsible for building the next generation payments network for an industry that has seen little innovation in the last 50 years.
Alpharetta, GA · On-site
$115.40 - $192.30/hr
Consulting / Principal Software Engineer** to lead the design, optimization, and management of large-scale database systems and backend platforms. This role requires deep expertise in database ...
Alpharetta, GA · On-site
$115.40 - $192.30/hr
Consulting / Principal Software Engineer** to lead the design, optimization, and management of large-scale database systems and backend platforms. This role requires deep expertise in database ...
$126K - $169K/yr
JOB PURPOSE We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer in Test who treats quality not as a gatekeeping function but as a property of the entire software delivery system. This engineer embeds ...
$126K - $169K/yr
JOB PURPOSE We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer in Test who treats quality not as a gatekeeping function but as a property of the entire software delivery system. This engineer embeds ...
Norcross, GA · On-site
$126K - $169K/yr
JOB PURPOSE We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer in Test who treats quality not as a gatekeeping function but as a property of the entire software delivery system. This engineer embeds ...
Norcross, GA · On-site
$126K - $169K/yr
JOB PURPOSE We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer in Test who treats quality not as a gatekeeping function but as a property of the entire software delivery system. This engineer embeds ...
$131K - $176K/yr
Ministry Brands is looking for a Principal Software Engineer to join our growing team! Who we are Ministry Brands is a leading provider of SaaS operational management systems, payments platforms ...
$131K - $176K/yr
Ministry Brands is looking for a Principal Software Engineer to join our growing team! Who we are Ministry Brands is a leading provider of SaaS operational management systems, payments platforms ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
Principal Software Engineer, R&D, Cloud Platform (Atlanta, Georgia) Principal Software Engineer, R&D, Cloud Platform positions offered by Manhattan Associates, Inc. (Atlanta, Georgia). Manage ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$129K - $174K/yr
Principal Software Engineer, R&D, Cloud Platform (Atlanta, Georgia) Principal Software Engineer, R&D, Cloud Platform positions offered by Manhattan Associates, Inc. (Atlanta, Georgia). Manage ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site +1
$129K - $174K/yr
Principal Software Engineer, R&D, Cloud Platform (Atlanta, Georgia) Principal Software Engineer, R&D, Cloud Platform positions offered by Manhattan Associates, Inc. (Atlanta, Georgia). Manage ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site +1
$129K - $174K/yr
Principal Software Engineer, R&D, Cloud Platform (Atlanta, Georgia) Principal Software Engineer, R&D, Cloud Platform positions offered by Manhattan Associates, Inc. (Atlanta, Georgia). Manage ...
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| Aspect | Principal Software Engineer | Senior Software Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's or Master's in CS or related field; extensive experience | Bachelor's or Master's in CS; several years of experience |
| Work Environment | Leadership roles, strategic planning, cross-team collaboration | Design, develop, and troubleshoot software; mentorship |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Tech companies, large enterprises, startups | Most industries, including tech, finance, healthcare |
The main difference between a Principal Software Engineer and a Senior Software Engineer lies in their level of responsibility and scope. Principal Software Engineers typically lead technical strategy, influence architecture decisions, and mentor multiple teams, whereas Senior Software Engineers focus on coding, design, and individual project contributions. Both roles require strong technical skills, but the Principal role emphasizes leadership and strategic impact.
A principal software engineer is in charge of software development. In this career, you guide the software design process and inspect software programs to make suggestions for improvements. Principal software engineers also process complex data and may need to enforce software design, development, and maintenance requirements. Your job requires a high level of technical knowledge and skills and a thorough understanding of the software development process. Your employer may require you to have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in software development. Similar job titles include software architect and principal software developer.
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PRINCIPAL SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Company Overview
At The Intersect Group, we partner with organizations focused on building scalable, modern digital platforms that support growth across multi-brand and enterprise environments. Our client operates in a fast-paced, consumer-facing industry where reliability, performance, and seamless integration are critical to business success. The organization values engineering excellence, thoughtful architecture, and collaboration between technology and business teams to deliver high impact digital solutions.
Role Summary
We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to provide technical leadership and architectural direction for the backend services that support an enterprise digital platform. This role has a direct impact on platform scalability, performance, and long term technical strategy. The Principal Software Engineer will lead solution design, mentor engineering teams, and partner closely with product and technology leadership to deliver high quality solutions on time.
In this role, you will oversee the design and development of backend APIs, guide best practices across the team, and help shape the technology roadmap. You will work across architecture, development, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines while serving as a technical leader and trusted partner to the broader organization.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the design and development of high performance backend APIs using Node based frameworks
• Provide architectural guidance and technical leadership across platform services and integrations
• Partner with product and technology leadership to plan and execute platform roadmaps
• Mentor and coach engineers to support professional growth and delivery excellence
• Establish and enforce best practices for code quality, testing, and documentation
• Support cloud infrastructure decisions and guide teams on scalable deployment strategies
• Analyze and resolve complex technical issues across distributed systems
• Drive continuous improvement across application performance, reliability, and processes
Key Requirements
• 7+ years of experience as a software engineer supporting enterprise applications
• Strong experience with backend development using Node, Express.js, Nest.js, or similar frameworks
• Experience designing and building microservices and REST based APIs
• Hands on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Experience with Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code tools
• Proficiency with TypeScript and modern software development practices
• Prior experience providing technical leadership and mentoring engineering teams
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
