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Principal Software Engineer

Ping Identity
Location
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Posted
19 days ago
Department
5150 PD India
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 10+ years of software engineering experience
  • 4+ years in a Principal or Staff role focused on large-scale SaaS
  • Deep expertise in Java & Spring Boot
  • Strong understanding of Apache Kafka
  • Hands-on experience with LDAP and OpenSearch
  • Strong experience designing and operating applications on AWS
Nice to have
  • Identity and Access Management (IAM) knowledge
  • Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration
  • Experience building enterprise SaaS platforms with stringent security and compliance requirements
What the job really is

The Principal Software Engineer at Ping Identity will lead the development of a global, multi-tenant SaaS platform, focusing on high-level design and technical strategy. Responsibilities include ensuring scalability and performance of distributed systems, enhancing CI/CD processes, mentoring engineering staff, and driving AI adoption in product capabilities and the software development lifecycle.

Benefits
  • Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule
  • Parental Leave
  • Progressive Healthcare Options
  • Retirement Programs
  • Opportunity for Education Reimbursement
  • Commuter Offset (Specific locations)
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role involves leading AI adoption, which may require staying current with emerging technologies
  • Focus on large-scale SaaS may imply high-pressure environment
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