Principal Software Engineer: Java Full Stack

4 days ago

Cebu City, Central Visayas, Philippines LegalMatch Full time ₱1,200,000 - ₱2,400,000 per year

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and implementing technical decisions and efforts of a software engineering team, overseeing and performing the development of high-quality software products, and enhancing our existing software platforms alone or with individuals of the same or similar role.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading and managing a team of software engineers, fostering a creative and cohesive unit capable of delivering complex software projects
  • Coordinating with scrum masters, project managers and other software engineers to plan, design, develop, test, and maintain web-based and desktop applications
  • Providing technical leadership in all aspects of our software development processes
  • Overseeing the design, development, and implementation of new software systems and enhancements to existing systems
  • Ensuring all software engineering projects are delivered on time and to the agreed quality standards
  • Continually updating technical knowledge and skills and sharing them with the team
  • Maintaining high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits
  • Providing regular performance feedback, coaching, and career development to team members
  • Facilitating root cause analysis of system issues and implementing resolution strategies

Requirements

  • Experience: 7+ years in software development, including 3+ years in leadership.

  • Technical Skills: Proficient in multiple languages (Java, C++, C#, Python, JavaScript, etc.), full-stack development, modern architectures (microservices, event-driven), CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes.

  • Software Development Practices: Strong in OOP, functional programming, scripting, UX best practices, unit testing, TDD/BDD, Agile/Scrum, and database management (SQL & NoSQL).

  • Leadership & Project Management: Proven track record in managing software products, leading teams, and delivering innovative solutions with urgency.
  • Communication & Collaboration: Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and client management skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Additional Skills: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), version control (Git), testing frameworks, software security, and adapting to fast-changing environments.

We're looking for someone who is:

  • Proactive, adaptable, and flexible
  • Highly professional
  • Willing to go the extra mile to achieve desired outcomes
  • With strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional team
  • With strong problem-solving skills
  • Committed to continuous improvements and willing to experiment with new approaches and techniques to work processes

At LegalMatch Philippines, we offer a dynamic and innovative environment where you can grow and make a real impact in legal tech. Join our team, collaborate with passionate individuals, and take the next step in your career. Apply today

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