Principal Software Engineer (SRE & Architecture) at SOPHiA GENETICS in Boston, MA

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About this kind of role

What a Principal Software Engineer (SRE & Architecture) usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: This role focuses on designing, building, and maintaining software systems with a strong emphasis on reliability, scalability, and performance. Principal Software Engineers in this area often lead technical initiatives, mentor other engineers, and contribute to architectural decisions across multiple teams. They are responsible for identifying and resolving complex technical challenges, ensuring systems meet performance and security standards, and advocating for best practices in software development and operations. A key aspect involves automating infrastructure and improving operational efficiency.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in programming languages like Python, Java, or Go, experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Ansible), and strong understanding of system architecture and distributed systems is generally expected.

Good fit for: Individuals with extensive experience in software engineering and a passion for building robust, scalable, and highly available systems often thrive in this role.

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