Principal Software Engineer - Home Lending Services
Principal Software Engineer - Home Lending Services
Plano, TX (On-site)
We're hiring a Principal Software Engineer to join a high-impact team focused on building scalable, secure, and innovative technology solutions in the home lending space, under our leading consumer banking branch.
What You'll Do:
- Lead the design and development of complex, reusable software frameworks using Java and cloud-native architectures.
- Drive AI/ML integration into backend systems, identifying opportunities to enhance product capabilities and operational efficiency.
- Oversee proof-of-concept initiatives to evaluate emerging technologies and guide strategic adoption.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals.
- Champion engineering best practices across development, testing, and deployment, with a focus on scalability and security.
- Influence architectural decisions and mentor engineering teams across domains.
What We're Looking For:
- 10+ years of hands-on software engineering experience, with deep expertise in Java and backend systems.
- Proven track record in cloud technologies (preferably AWS or Azure) and AI/ML integration.
- Strong understanding of enterprise software development, system design, and operational stability.
- Experience leading technical strategy and communicating effectively with senior leadership.
- Formal training or certifications in software engineering and cloud/AI technologies are a plus.
Ideal Candidate:
- Current Principal, Staff, Tech Lead, or relevant level
- Full-time experience (not contractors)
- Experience in finance and consumer banking
Compensation:
- Competitive base salary
- Cash bonus and long-term incentive programs
- Equity awards based on performance
If you're ready to take on a strategic engineering role in a fast-paced, product-driven environment, we'd love to connect.
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