Remote Principal Software Engineer I

Description:

• Perforce is a community of collaborative experts, problem solvers, and possibility seekers who believe work should be both challenging and fun.
• The company inspires creativity, fosters belonging, supports collaboration, and encourages wellness.
• The Principal Software Engineer I position will support the Delphix brand, which is the industry leader for DevOps test data management.
• The role involves transforming application delivery while balancing speed with data security and compliance.
• The DevOps Data Platform automates data security and rapidly deploys test data to accelerate application releases.
• The Principal Software Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new features.
• Responsibilities include peer-reviewing the work of other software designers, mentoring them, and acting as an advisor to functional leaders.
• The engineer will continuously review and make recommendations to improve processes, tools, and implementation.
• They will collaborate with other engineers to develop and enhance a wide range of static code analysis tools.
• The role requires creating clean, well-tested code and delivering the highest quality software.
• The engineer will provide task estimates and accurately report progress as part of an Agile process.
• Proficiency with efficient algorithm design, data structures, and design patterns is essential.
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex system issues to ensure high availability and performance is a key responsibility.
• The engineer will architect and develop robust, scalable, and secure systems platform solutions.
• They will evaluate new technologies and stay up-to-date with industry best practices to enhance the systems platform.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent is required.
• Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: C, Rust, or Java is necessary.
• Development experience in Linux environments is required.
• Experience debugging system-level problems, such as debugging kernel hangs and tuning performance, is essential.
• Experience and/or interest in working with multiple programming languages is considered an asset.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills are required, with the ability to effectively work within a cross-functional team.
• Prior experience with file systems, especially ZFS, is a plus.

Benefits:

• Team members are valued for their contributions and introduced to new opportunities.
• Employees are rewarded well for their work.
• Perforce combines the experience and rewards of a start-up with the security of an established and privately held profitable company.
• The company promotes a culture where passionate individuals can work with talented and dedicated people across the globe.