Principal Software Engineer - Remote

Overview

The Principal Software Engineer will be a key technical leader at McKesson, focusing on developing and optimizing healthcare SaaS technology solutions. This role involves hands-on engineering, architectural decision-making, and mentoring engineers to ensure scalable and secure applications.

In Short

• Define and own the technical vision and architecture for applications and services.
• Provide technical leadership across engineering teams.
• Collaborate with security teams for compliance adherence.
• Enhance cloud initiatives for agility and trust.
• Conduct assessments to identify system improvement opportunities.
• Integrate AI and machine learning solutions into platforms.
• Mentor junior and senior engineers.
• Resolve technical issues and escalations.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies in healthcare IT.
• Contribute to a culture of excellence in software development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or related field.
• 13+ years of experience in full-stack software development.
• 8+ years of experience with Java; Python or Node.js proficiency is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Strong experience with Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and CI/CD.
• Experience in microservices architecture and messaging frameworks.
• Excellent understanding of IT infrastructure and security.
• Experience in Agile methodology practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and leadership capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Annual bonus and long-term incentive opportunities.
• Supportive work culture that fosters growth and innovation.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning.