Principal Software Engineer – Tech Lead

LMI

Principal Software Engineer leading a team to develop RFID solutions for the Army. Collaborating with stakeholders and mentoring engineers while ensuring secure, scalable software solutions.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting scalable and secure software solutions, with a strong focus on React, Java Spring Boot, and cloud deployment in Microsoft Azure. Proven ability to lead development teams, mentor engineers, and engage with Army stakeholders to deliver high-quality applications in mission-critical environments.

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React Application DevelopmentJava Spring Boot DevelopmentMicrosoft Azure DeploymentDocker and Kubernetes ProficiencyActive Security+ Certification

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringREST API DevelopmentPostgreSQLJavaScriptTypeScript

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationCustomer Engagement

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesMicrosoft Azure

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Security+ Certification

Industry Keywords

ArmyDoDEnterprise NetworkAgile MethodologyRFID Integration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber SecurityDockerJavaJavaScriptKubernetesPostgresReactSpringSpring BootSpringBootTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead by Example: Architect scalable, secure software solutions while providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, conducting code reviews, and establishing engineering best practices.
Hands-On Development: Design and develop modern React applications integrated with Java Springboot services, building responsive user interfaces for desktops, ruggedized tablets, and handheld devices operating in Army environments.
Cloud & Infrastructure: Design, deploy, and maintain secure applications and APIs in Microsoft Azure, leveraging containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes to support scalable, mission-critical systems.
RFID & Edge Device Integration: Develop software that integrates with passive and active RFID technologies, handheld scanners, mobile computing devices, and peripheral hardware to support Army logistics, inventory management, and asset visibility.
Army Customer Engagement: Collaborate directly with Army stakeholders, program offices, and end users to gather requirements, validate technical solutions, and deliver capabilities that operate reliably within Army enterprise network environments.
Mission Systems Engineering: Design solutions that operate across secure DoD infrastructures while addressing cybersecurity, performance, reliability, and interoperability requirements.
Agile Technical Leadership: Partner with Product Managers to refine technical requirements, estimate work, groom backlogs, and guide engineering teams through successful sprint execution and production deployments.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with software engineers, UX designers, systems engineers, infrastructure teams, and government stakeholders to deliver high-quality mission software from concept through fielding.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of software engineering experience delivering enterprise applications.
Experience leading development teams and mentoring engineers.
Strong experience with React, Java, Spring Boot, JavaScript/TypeScript, and PostgreSQL.
Experience building and consuming REST APIs.
Experience deploying applications in Microsoft Azure.
Working knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.
Active Security+ certification.
Familiarity with Army or DoD enterprise network environments.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and customer engagement skills.
Experience leading agile teams and managing backlogs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities