Chief Principal Software Engineer

As the Chief Principal Software Engineer at UKG, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge SaaS technologies and impactful projects used by enterprises and users worldwide. Your role will involve driving technical strategy, leading large-scale projects, and mentoring engineers across the organization. You will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining highly complex software systems. Responsibilities: - **Software Development:** Compose clean, maintainable, and efficient code for various software applications and systems. - **Technical Strategy:** Drive the technical strategy and vision for major projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry best practices. Communicate complex concepts, anticipate objections, and influence others to adopt a particular point of view. - **Leadership:** Lead cross-functional teams in designing, developing, and delivering high-impact software projects on time and within budget. Coordinate activities of team members, working independently and providing guidance in complex situations. - **Architectural Excellence:** Design and develop complex software systems and applications, ensuring high standards of performance, scalability, and reliability. Collaborate with architects on design. - **Complexity:** Solve complex issues with innovative solutions, communicate complex concepts effectively, and influence adoption of viewpoints. - **Impact:** Contribute to achieving area/group objectives, driving prioritization of technical debt, and articulating expected impacts and outcomes. - **Service Health and Quality:** Ensure service health and quality, proactively identifying and addressing issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing preventive measures. - **Engineering Excellence Practices:** Implement best quality practices, maintain service quality through the testing pyramid, and guide the team in engineering excellence. - **DevOps Model:** Oversee CI/CD pipelines, ensuring efficient build, test, and deployment phases. - **Testing:** Build testable software, define tests, participate in testing, automate tests, and utilize tools for test automation. - **Code Review:** Conduct comprehensive code reviews, provide feedback, and ensure adherence to best practices. - **Mentorship:** Provide technical mentorship, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement. - **Documentation:** Develop and maintain technical documentation for software applications and systems. - **Innovation:** Stay updated with emerging technologies, advocate for their adoption, and drive innovation within the team. - **Enterprise Architecture:** Define and maintain enterprise architecture frameworks and standards. - **Strategic Planning:** Participate in long-term strategic planning, providing insights for technology roadmaps. - **Stakeholder Collaboration:** Work closely with senior leadership and stakeholders, translating business requirements into technical solutions. - **Governance:** Establish and enforce architectural governance processes, ensuring compliance with standards. - **Risk Management:** Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with projects. - **Innovation Leadership:** Champion innovation initiatives, driving adoption of new technologies. Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. - 16+ years of software development experience. - Expertise in Java, Angular, and related technologies. - Experience in software architecture, design patterns, and DevOps model. - Track record of leading and delivering large-scale software projects. - Proficiency in cloud technologies and version control systems. - Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and commitment to quality. - Leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's or PhD in Computer Science or related field. - Familiarity with developing accessible technologies. - Dedication to diversity and inclusion initiatives. - Expertise in specialized disciplines. - Understanding of business challenges and regulatory factors. Join UKG, a leading software company with a global presence and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Experience the opportunity to shape the future of HR technology and work with a team dedicated to making every organization a great place to work.,