Principal Software Engineer

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Principal Software Engineer to lead our engineering teams and oversee the full software development lifecycle for all our products. You will work closely with product managers, cross-functional teams, field service engineers, and applications engineers to ensure that all software products are delivered efficiently, meet high-quality standards, and align with the company’s long-term goals. In this role, you will be responsible for scaling the engineering team, driving innovation, and ensuring the successful execution of large-scale projects.

• Lead and manage a team of software engineers, ensuring project goals are met.
• Drive the long-term technical vision and software architectures for the organization.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of new software systems.
• Company-wide impact and authority.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management and operations, to align technical projects with business goals.
• Develop and implement best practices for software development, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Manage resource allocation, budgeting, and long-term planning for the engineering department.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
• Travel up to %5

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing large, distributed engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies.
• Proficiency in technology strategy, automated manufacturing equipment including testers and handlers, and software architecture.
• Experience with budget management, project planning, and resource allocation.

• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
• Expertise in managing software development projects, from conception to completion.
• A deep understanding of modern software engineering practices, including CI/CD and cloud infrastructure.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a focus on scalability and performance optimization.
• Outstanding communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Leadership
  :
  Ability to inspire and manage large, diverse engineering teams.
• Strategic Planning
  :
  Visionary thinking to align technical goals with business objectives.
• Communication Skills
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  Clear and effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving
  :
  Ability to resolve complex technical issues quickly and efficiently.
• Organizational Skills
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  Strong ability to manage multiple projects and resources simultaneously.

• Software Development
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  Deep expertise in software development methodologies, frameworks, and tools.
• Project Management
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  Proven track record in managing complex, multi-phase software projects.
• Team Leadership
  :
  Ability to mentor, manage, and grow engineering teams.
• Technology Strategy
  :
  Experience in setting and executing a technology roadmap.
• Budgeting
  :
  Ability to manage department budgets and resource planning.

Chroma ATE, Inc. (USA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action

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