Principal Software Engineer - Remote

Overview

Aquia Inc. is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in modernizing the digital disability benefits experience on VA.gov, focusing on backend systems and integration with critical VA services.

In Short

• Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Ruby on Rails and Java.
• Contribute to front-end implementation using React and JavaScript.
• Lead technical design sessions and architectural reviews.
• Ensure integration with VA services adhering to identity and access control standards.
• Monitor system health and troubleshoot production issues.
• Champion accessibility, security, and performance best practices.
• Write clean, testable, well-documented code using GitHub.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge-sharing.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and researchers.
• Participate in agile sprints and contribute to planning and retrospectives.

Requirements

• 7+ years of software engineering experience, including 3 years in a senior role.
• Proficiency in Ruby on Rails and/or Java.
• Familiarity with React and modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes in AWS environments.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and integration patterns.
• Experience with automated testing and CI/CD pipelines.
• Commitment to accessibility and security standards.
• Ability to work in collaborative, mission-driven teams.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

• Premium health care plans (90% employer-paid).
• Employee stock plan.
• 100% 401k match (up to IRS annual max).
• Generous PTO package.
• Personal training and development budget.