Principal Engineer - Software (Memphis, TN or Coppell, TX)

Posted:
10/8/2024, 8:43:37 AM

Location(s):
Coppell, Texas, United States ⋅ Texas, United States ⋅ Tennessee, United States ⋅ Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference.

We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®

Job Description

As a Principal Engineer - Software you will drive the technical direction of our product offerings and solutions across multiple platforms and value streams. Guides the evolution of our software engineering practices throughout the full product life cycle, from conception to retirement. Understands multiple web application integration points, interdependencies, and standard data exchange and control protocols. Has a passion for staying on top of tech trends, experimenting with and learning new technologies, participating in internal & external technology communities, and mentoring other members of the engineering community.

Knowledge -

  • Bachelor’s degree with 10 -12 years of relevant work experience.
  • Four (4) years of experience being the technical lead over a group of engineers overseeing large scale projects, roadmaps, or role outs.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills demonstrated by ability to generate.
  • Experience with mentoring technical reports and facilitate presentations for leadership and across IT.
  • Experience with third party databases, application libraries, interfaces, and internet protocols.
  • Understanding of modern software engineering principles and architecture patterns.
  • Proficient with cloud native framework, containers, web architecture design patterns, and API development (REST, GRAPHQL, SOAP).
  • Proficient in various development frameworks and UI/UX technologies: J2EE (Java, JSP, and JDBC), .NET, Python, Node, and React. Proficient knowledge of infrastructure (cloud, networking, storage, data, and compute) with strong troubleshooting understanding and ability to resolve technical issues.
  • Working knowledge of CI/CD architecture with proficient knowledge on automated testing (QA, Security, & compliance), secret management, branching methodologies, and other technologies necessary for application development, and modern software delivery. Understanding of multi-threaded programming, transaction isolation strategies, and deadlock avoidance; familiarity with caching strategies and J2EE framework challenges.
  • Experience with developing and integrating into digital marketing, content delivery/content management, social media, and digital payment technologies.
  • Familiarity with Commercial SAAS and PAAS platforms, such as Salesforce suite of technologies, AWS, Azure, Office 365, Oracle, etc. Ability to articulate business related and IT related requirements to a broad audience.
  • Experience in guiding program vision, direction, and mentorship for the development for Salesforce and Digital Marketing technologies. Salesforce experience a plus. 
  • Broad depth of knowledge across digital marketing technologies including integration and API development
  • Experience with data modeling and data architecture across disparate technologies and data sources
  • Experience working in a large sized organization with diverse divisions and the ability to communicate effectively to disparate audiences
  • In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, must have at least 10+ years of hands-on experience, including leadership roles, to achieve senior status.

Benefits & Perks

The following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only.

We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same.

  • Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)​
  • 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
  • Exceptional Paid Time Off
  • Maternity / Paternity Leave
  • Infertility Treatment Program
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Education Assistance
  • Enterprise Learning and Development
  • And more

ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer. 

ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.

No Search Firms:

ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities.  All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Inc

Website: https://stjude.org/

Headquarter Location: Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1962

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Grant

Industries: Biotechnology ⋅ Charity ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Health Diagnostics ⋅ Hospital ⋅ Medical ⋅ Non Profit