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Job Description Summary:
The Principal Software Engineer sets the direction for the design and implementation of software features/functionality/enhancements, correction of defects, and/or the creation of new products. The Rocket Software App Mod group has multiple products including B2Bi, MultiValue Database as well as many other core technology applications. B2B and Supply Chain business specializes in B2B Integration, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Supplier Management, and Supplier Collaboration among other things. The technologies are deployed as multi-tenant, global-scale, SaaS Managed Services as well as in the Enterprise.You will be expected to work in a fast-paced environment where you will bring your deep technical expertise to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Your ability to collaborate effectively with other Rocketeers across geographies and technologies will be vital to retaining our solutions as the premier technology in the industry. Apply for this exciting opportunity to grow professionally as a part of a dynamic team that continues to grow this business!
Job Overview:-
The Principal Software Engineer sets the direction for the design and implementation of software features/functionality/enhancements, correction of defects, and/or the creation of new products. The Rocket Software App Mod group has multiple products including B2Bi, MultiValue Database as well as many other core technology applications. B2B and Supply Chain business specializes in B2B Integration, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Supplier Management, and Supplier Collaboration among other things. The technologies are deployed as multi-tenant, global-scale, SaaS Managed Services as well as in the Enterprise.
Roles & Responsibilities :-
Contribute to product initiatives across products
Work on architecture, design & development of complex features/problems in different products based on Node Js, Kubernetes- Full stack Engineering role.
Prepare well defined & articulated cloud strategy for all products & present to leadership team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:-
Acts as the subject matter expert in multiple product domains
Responsible for one or more products
Synthesizes multiple internal and external sources of input into product requirements.
Advises about requirements impact on key aspects of product and business and makes a corrective recommendation.
Guides and reviews testing strategy.
Documents and communicates on complex technical topics across the company.
Works well with all groups involved in the software development process to influence code and design to consider downstream implications for code.
Provides thought leadership and innovation within a technical domain.
Regularly puts forth ideas and implements them into the product.
Identifies, socializes and drives improvements having an impact across teams.
Knows how to innovate and refactor complex codebases in practical ways.
Able to select optimal data structures and algorithms to attain the best overall solution in respect to performance, reliability and security considerations.
Capable of architecting application modules
Provides forward-thinking design to leverage platform in novel and optimal ways.
Actively participates in scoping features, developing work estimates, and plans for the team.
Works with software architects and product owners to ensure backlogs are populated and kept updated.
Works effectively with all stakeholders across all functions
Communicates effectively across the organization, including with the leadership team.
Able to manage multiple competing priorities while remaining cool and collected.
Shows a sense of urgency while instilling confidence in other team members.
Excellent rapid prototyping skills and produces high-quality code.
Acts as the technical subject matter expert across product domains.
Required Qualifications:-
Minimum 15 years of related experience or a Ph.D. with 14 years of experience; or equivalent work experience.
Proven experience in designing and deploying secure, scalable, highly available, fault-tolerant, cost-efficient solutions in AWS public cloud
Ability to write clean, concise, understandable code
Understanding fundamental design principles behind a scalable application
Proficient understanding and experience of code versioning tools, such as Git
Fluency in the English language, both written and spoken excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to deal professionally and collaboratively with all levels of the organization and across geographies.
Technical Stack - Full Stack - Node Js, Kubernetes.
.Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
At Rocket Software, we believe AI is a critical enabler of innovation and productivity. All Rocketeers are expected to actively leverage AI-powered tools and technologies, where appropriate, to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and deliver greater impact in their roles. Embracing continuous learning and the responsible use of AI is an essential part of how we work.
As part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy workplace, we include background and reference checks in our hiring process.
Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 781-577-4321 or send an email to [email protected]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Skills Required
- Minimum 15 years of related experience (or Ph.D. with 14 years)
- Proven experience designing and deploying secure, scalable, highly available solutions in AWS
- Full-stack development experience with Node.js
- Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration
- Proficient understanding of code versioning tools such as Git
- Strong understanding of fundamental design principles for scalable applications
- Ability to write clean, concise, maintainable code and rapid prototyping skills
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Rocket Software Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Rocket Software and has not been reviewed or approved by Rocket Software.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including major plan options and HSA-compatible choices with employer contributions. Health insurance quality is framed as a meaningful component of overall total compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is characterized as generous and usable, and remote-friendly flexibility further supports work–life balance. Paid time off is repeatedly treated as a standout element of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include access to a 401(k) with an employer match and Roth 401(k) availability. Retirement offerings are described as typical for the industry and contribute positively to total rewards.
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What We Do
Rocket Software empowers organizations to create legendary impact in the world through innovation in legacy technologies. With deep expertise in IBM Z, IBM Power, and database and connectivity solutions, Rocket solutions power tens of thousands of global businesses, solving real problems and making real-world impact. With more than 70% of the world’s IT workload running on legacy platforms, Rocket helps companies and public-sector organizations innovate using the technology and data they already have, so they can always be ready for what comes next. Rocket customers include 44 of the Fortune 50, representing industries including Banking and Finance, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Transportation and Logistics, Retail and Insurance. A Bain Capital portfolio company, Rocket is headquartered in the Boston area with centers of excellence strategically located throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.








