Principal Software Developer

About the role

Syniverse is the world’s most connected company, working with some of the world’s most recognized brands—including eight of the top 10 banks, four of the top 5 global technology companies, and over 900 communications providers. We lead the world forward by developing technology that enables intelligent cars to safely react to traffic changes and keeps travelers connected wherever they go.

This Principal Software Developer role is an individual contributor position focused on coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting throughout the application development process. You will design and develop software applications, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software aligned with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, troubleshoot, and maintain software programs and components for new and existing products.
• Modify existing software to correct issues, adapt it to new hardware, or upgrade interfaces and improve performance.
• Research, design, develop, and test complex scripts.
• Perform technical reviews of requirements, analyze source data, and provide gap analysis.
• Professionally maintain software and create updates to address customer and company concerns, needs, and design requirements.
• Analyze and test programs and products before formal launch.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software aligned with business goals and operational needs.
• Actively identify ways to improve business software processes and interactions.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve software quality, system performance, business processes, and development processes.
• Support and mentor team members, as well as support leaders in achieving department goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in software development, including design, coding, testing, debugging, and support.
• Strong foundation in Java, Unix/Linux, shell scripting, SQL, and PL/SQL.
• Experience with software development using technologies such as Java, PL/SQL, SQL, C#, or similar programming languages.
• Experience working with Oracle and/or PostgreSQL databases in large-scale environments.
• Experience with Linux/Unix environments and shell scripting.
• Experience with Apache Tomcat and API development.
• Extensive functional testing and debugging skills.
• Experience developing reusable shared components and frameworks in a Linux-based environment.
• Working knowledge of basic database administration activities.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with transaction rating and invoicing systems, including e-invoicing protocols.
• Knowledge of financial accounting systems, including tax application.
• Knowledge of telecommunication protocols.

Benefits

Syniverse offers a competitive total compensation package, flexible and remote work options, and a leadership team committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and transparent organizational culture. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are crucial to our success as a global company.