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Job Description:
The Principal Engineer is a key leadership role within the engineering team, responsible for overseeing and guiding complex technical projects, driving innovation, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software products. This role involves a combination of hands-on technical work, strategic planning, and team mentorship. If you have drive to lead and mentor engineering teams, ability to set technical direction for greenfield SaaS products and excellent communication skills to work with cross-functional teams, including product management and other stakeholders, this position is for you! ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Technical Leadership: Guide the engineering team on best practices, architecture, and technology choices.
· Project Oversight: Ensure successful delivery of projects, from concept to production.
· Mentorship: Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
· Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals.
· Innovation and R&D: Drive innovation by staying updated with the latest technologies and trends.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Technical Skills:
· [MUST HAVE] Expertise in multiple languages (e.g., C# (preferred), Java, Python, etc.).
· [MUST HAVE] Strong understanding of software design patterns, principles, and best practices.
· [MUST HAVE] Deep knowledge of AWS or other cloud platforms (Azure, Google Cloud).
· [MUST HAVE] Extensive experience in designing, developing, and maintaining SaaS applications.
· [MUST HAVE] Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
· Knowledge of database systems (SQL, NoSQL) and data architecture.
· Understanding of security best practices and frameworks.
Leadership Skills:
· [MUST HAVE] Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams.
· Ability to set technical direction and make high-stakes decisions.
· Ability to lead the team as a product owner and drive the delivery of the product vision with the engineering teams.
· Excellent communication skills to work with cross-functional teams, including product management and other stakeholders.
· Strong analytical skills to address complex technical challenges.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND DESIRED EXPERIENCE: - Bachelor’s OR Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field; or equivalent combination of education/experience. - Minimum Ten (10) years of experience in software development or engineering roles. - Proven experience in leading complex, large-scale projects. - Previous roles demonstrating technical leadership and architectural design skill
Other Qualifications
The Winning Way behaviors that all Vertex employees need in order to meet the expectations of each other, our customers, and our partners.
• Communicate with Clarity - Be clear, concise and actionable. Be relentlessly constructive. Seek and provide meaningful feedback.
• Act with Urgency - Adopt an agile mentality - frequent iterations, improved speed, resilience. 80/20 rule – better is the enemy of done. Don’t spend hours when minutes are enough.
• Work with Purpose - Exhibit a “We Can” mindset. Results outweigh effort. Everyone understands how their role contributes. Set aside personal objectives for team results.
• Drive to Decision - Cut the swirl with defined deadlines and decision points. Be clear on individual accountability and decision authority. Guided by a commitment to and accountability for customer outcomes.
• Own the Outcome - Defined milestones, commitments and intended results. Assess your work in context, if you’re unsure, ask. Demonstrate unwavering support for decisions.
COMMENTS:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this position. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.
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What We Do
The Trusted Leader in Tax Technology.
We're Vertex (VERX). A pioneer in tax automation for more than 40 years. We proudly serve over 4,000 customers worldwide with distinction and provide comprehensive tax solutions that enable global businesses to transact, comply and grow with confidence.
Our collaborative, friendly culture is the foundation of everything we do and who we are. We're proud to be an employer guided by a common purpose by building trusted relationships at work, in business and in our communities. We strive to be a values-driven employer of choice who attracts, retains, and inspires talented professionals to achieve their full potential. We employ over 1,500 full-time professionals across three continents: US, Europe, and Brazil.
Our software, content, and services address the increasing complexities of global commerce and compliance by reducing friction, enhancing transparency and enabling greater confidence in meeting indirect tax obligations. As a result, our software is ubiquitous within our customers’ business systems, touching nearly every line item of every transaction that an enterprise can conduct. Our software is fueled by over 300 million data-driven effective tax rules and supports indirect tax compliance in more than 19,000 jurisdictions worldwide.
We partner with the world’s most respected companies and harness their strengths to deliver the best tax technology solution to businesses across the globe. We integrate with key technology partners that span ERP, CRM, procurement, billing, POS and e-commerce platforms. We also work closely with over 50 tax, accounting and consulting firms to provide the integrated tax technology solutions.
Why Work With Us
Vertex Inc. is a remote-first global organization that stands out for its commitment to innovation, collaborative culture, and focus on employee growth—our cutting-edge tax technology solutions power global commerce and creativity thrive. Join us to make a meaningful impact and advance your career in a supportive, dynamic workplace.
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