Software Developer 5

We are seeking a Senior Principal Software Developer Engineer to lead the architecture, development, and evolution of our Cross-Domain Solutions (CDS) platform. In this role, you will serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert, driving the design of secure, scalable, and highly performant data exchange solutions across different security domains. You will work independently on complex and critical projects while mentoring team members and influencing engineering practices across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Architecture

• Design and implement architectures for cross-domain solutions that enable high availability, scalability, and market-leading security features
• Drive the technical direction and strategy for secure data exchange systems across multiple security domains
• Lead the design of core execution paths ensuring correctness, high performance, availability, and maintainability
  Identify and mitigate deep technical risks across the full CDS ecosystem
• Collaborate on long-term business goals that affect system architecture and technical strategy

Development & Implementation

• Develop and optimize security measures including access controls, encryption protocols, and authentication systems
• Build entire products containing significant technical depth in cross-domain security
• Drive operational readiness and excellence
• Implement solutions that reduce operational load, increase service availability, and reduce technical debt

Cross-Team Collaboration & Influence

• Improve the VP's organization through enhanced engineering practices, operational excellence, and development processes
• Collaborate closely across multiple teams and services to ensure seamless integration
• Partner with Oracle's technical partners and vendors
• Participate in cross-organizational programs including CAPA reviews, architecture panels, and service team operations

Mentoring & Team Development

• Mentor engineers across the line of business, elevating technical capabilities organization-wide
• Lead by example in design discussions, and technical decision-making
• Develop and share expertise through tech talks, documentation, and training sessions
• Guide teams in achieving engineering excellence and operational maturity

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant software development experience
• BS or MS degree in Computer Science or equivalent domain-specific experience
• Demonstrated expertise in building and operating mission-critical systems at scale
• Experience with security-critical systems
• Knowledge of security frameworks, encryption technologies, access control systems
• Systems Programming: Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, C++) with emphasis on secure coding practices
• Expertise in Linux-based systems, including kernel-level understanding for security implementations
• Distributed Systems: Deep understanding of distributed systems design, including consensus protocols, data consistency, and fault tolerance
• Networking: Knowledge of network protocols, security boundaries
• Cloud Technologies: Experience with cloud-native architectures, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code
• Experience mentoring engineers and technical leads
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with executive leadership on strategic initiatives
• Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Security certifications (CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent)
• Published papers or patents in security or distributed systems
• Experience with formal verification methods for security-critical systems
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architectures and implementations

Career Level - IC5