Principal Software Engineer

PeerIslands

Principal Software Engineer responsible for developing scalable backend systems and data platforms using Java and cloud-native applications. Collaborating with engineering teams to deliver enhancements in a hybrid work model.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeSouthlake • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ApacheAzureCloudDistributed SystemsDockerJavaJenkinsJUnitKafkaLinuxMicroservicesMockitoMongoDBNoSQLOracleSparkSpringSpring BootSpringBootSQLTerraformVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems, data platforms, and cloud-native applications, using Java, Spring, Spring Boot, and RESTful web services.
Build and operate event-driven systems by consuming, processing, and publishing real-time events using Apache Kafka and Azure Event Hub.
Design and implement batch and real-time data processing pipelines using Apache Spark and Spark Structured Streaming.
Develop and maintain enterprise data platforms that ingest, validate, transform, and enrich data from multiple sources including relational databases, NoSQL databases, event streams, and flat files.
Design, optimize, and manage MongoDB collections, indexes, aggregations, triggers, and queries to ensure performance, scalability, and reliability.
Implement data storage and analytics solutions using Delta Lake, Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure SQL, Azure Synapse Analytics, and MongoDB.
Deploy and maintain applications and data pipelines in cloud environments, primarily Microsoft Azure, using services such as Azure Databricks, Azure App Service, Azure Key Vault, and Azure Event Hub.
Automate infrastructure provisioning and cloud resource management using Terraform (Infrastructure as Code).
Optimize application performance, database queries, and data processing jobs to meet latency, throughput, and reliability requirements.
Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Jenkins to automate build, test, and deployment workflows.
Write and maintain unit and integration tests using JUnit, ScalaTest, and Mockito.
Collaborate with product owners, architects, and engineering teams to analyze requirements, design technical solutions, and deliver enhancements following Agile and Scrum methodologies.
Maintain technical documentation and support production systems through ongoing enhancements and operational support.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electronic Engineering, or a related field
6 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or as a software engineer, application developer, software architect, or in a related/similar position.
6 years in backend software development and data engineering using distributed systems, event-driven architecture, and large-scale data platforms in cloud environments
5 years using Java, SpringBoot, Restful microservices, Agile, Git, Jenkins, Linux, Docker, MongoDB, NoSQL, Oracle, and big data technologies including Apache Spark, Databricks, and Kafka
3 years with Azure and Terraform cloud solution.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Enterprise PeerIslands is a technology company that specializes in transforming enterprise architecture with innovative strategies and advanced technology solutions. They excel in AI-enabled rapid application modernization and data engineering services, aiming to drive innovation and efficiency for their clients. With products like Migration Copilot, Developer Copilot, and Intelligent App Copilot, PeerIslands offers tailored solutions to rapidly modernize software applications and infrastructure. Their approach focuses on leveraging AI to ensure swift transformation and enhance user experiences while upholding strict security and compliance standards. Additionally, PeerIslands collaborates with partners in various industries including healthcare and financial services to provide modernization and data solutions. Principal Software Engineer 🔥 1 minute ago 🏢🏡 Southlake – Hybrid ⏰ Full Time 🔴 Lead 🧑‍💻 Full-stack Engineer Apache Azure Cloud Distributed Systems Docker Java Jenkins JUnit Kafka Linux Microservices Mockito MongoDB NoSQL Oracle Spark Spring Spring Boot SpringBoot SQL Terraform Vault Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems, data platforms, and cloud-native applications, using Java, Spring, Spring Boot, and RESTful web services.
Build and operate event-driven systems by consuming, processing, and publishing real-time events using Apache Kafka and Azure Event Hub.
Design and implement batch and real-time data processing pipelines using Apache Spark and Spark Structured Streaming.
Develop and maintain enterprise data platforms that ingest, validate, transform, and enrich data from multiple sources including relational databases, NoSQL databases, event streams, and flat files.
Design, optimize, and manage MongoDB collections, indexes, aggregations, triggers, and queries to ensure performance, scalability, and reliability.
Implement data storage and analytics solutions using Delta Lake, Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure SQL, Azure Synapse Analytics, and MongoDB.
Deploy and maintain applications and data pipelines in cloud environments, primarily Microsoft Azure, using services such as Azure Databricks, Azure App Service, Azure Key Vault, and Azure Event Hub.
Automate infrastructure provisioning and cloud resource management using Terraform (Infrastructure as Code).
Optimize application performance, database queries, and data processing jobs to meet latency, throughput, and reliability requirements.
Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Jenkins to automate build, test, and deployment workflows.
Write and maintain unit and integration tests using JUnit, ScalaTest, and Mockito.
Collaborate with product owners, architects, and engineering teams to analyze requirements, design technical solutions, and deliver enhancements following Agile and Scrum methodologies.
Maintain technical documentation and support production systems through ongoing enhancements and operational support. 🎯 Requirements
Bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electronic Engineering, or a related field
6 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or as a software engineer, application developer, software architect, or in a related/similar position.
6 years in backend software development and data engineering using distributed systems, event-driven architecture, and large-scale data platforms in cloud environments
5 years using Java, SpringBoot, Restful microservices, Agile, Git, Jenkins, Linux, Docker, MongoDB, NoSQL, Oracle, and big data technologies including Apache Spark, Databricks, and Kafka
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Hard Skills & Tools

JavaSpringSpring BootRESTful web servicesApache KafkaAzure Event HubApache SparkSpark Structured StreamingMongoDBTerraform

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationproblem-solvinganalytical skillstechnical documentationoperational support