Principal Software Developer

First Merchants Corporation

Principal Software Developer at First Merchants Bank focusing on designing and developing secure applications. Collaborating with stakeholders and enhancing software solutions using Microsoft .NET and Azure services.

Posted 4/11/2026full-timeRemote • Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Texas, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloud.NETPHPPythonSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop software solutions
Build and enhance applications and services
Implement cloud solutions using Azure services
Microsoft AI services, including Microsoft Foundry
Design, build, and support RESTful APIs
Develop and maintain web-based applications
Work closely with business analysts and project managers
Follow established SDLC practices
Diagnose and resolve defects and performance issues
Maintain clear technical documentation
Identify opportunities for modernization and automation
Collaborate across Technology teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School or GED equivalent
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in software development or a similar role.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience developing with Microsoft .NET C#
Minimum of two (2) years of experience with Azure development and cloud-native patterns (e.g., Azure Functions, App Services, storage, messaging, and identity).
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related fields (a plus).
Experience with Microsoft AI services (a plus).
Experience building and supporting RESTful APIs (a plus).
Experience with PHP and/or Python (a plus).
Experience with Git-based workflows and CI/CD (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitLab) (a plus).
Experience with web servers and operating environments (a plus).
Familiarity with monitoring and incident response tooling (a plus).
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies (a plus).
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
401k
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Vacation/Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Additional Benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

software developmentMicrosoft .NET C#Azure developmentcloud-native patternsRESTful APIsPHPPythonGit-based workflowsCI/CDAgile development methodologies

Soft Skills

problem-solvinganalytical skillscommunicationteamwork

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Information Systems