Principal Platform Software Engineer

Nashville, TNFull-timePosted Jul 22, 2026

The Java Platform Group is looking for an experienced, passionate, and highly motivated Software Engineer to join our world class development efforts. Our team is responsible for delivering and testing the Java platform that is used by millions of developers. We are looking for a seasoned engineer with a strong Java programming background and a desire to make a positive change in our product

We hire developers to write code to test code. Our goal is to have engineers writing well designed, robust, reliable, repeatable and maintainable open-source tests that find issues early and provide adequate coverage for the component under testing. Our engineers are in the product source code as much as they are working with test source code and are working on various frameworks used in testing. Growth in this role means growing as an engineer: strong designs that are built to last, deep component knowledge and broad scenario experience will be measures of success as a candidate grows in this role. The primary focus for this position will be on server technologies: Core Java libraries, Security Libraries, Data Structures, Algorithm, Networking

You will be expected to work with a wide range of features and component teams in order to drive quality in networking, core library, tools, web services.
Create the next generation of testing tools, techniques, and infrastructure to increase the speed of release cycles
Work closely with engineering teams to understand new technologies, design and develop functional test suite to ensure the quality of the product
Designing and developing test frameworks and test applications.
Increase code coverage and minimize validation escapes to customers
Ensuring timely software releases by improving efficiency, productivity and consistency of testing

Job requirements:

BS in a technical discipline. MS desirable. At least 5+ years experience in software development or testing
Strong Java programming background
Experience with Shell scripting
Working experience on Linux/Unix
Hands on experience using AI (Codex) to enhance process, tools and development
Extensive test and troubleshooting experience
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Motivated and results oriented individual
Ability to thrive and grow in a fast paced team environment.
Ability to conceive, plan, implement, and collaborate with distributed teams on process improvements and productivity enhancement tools.
A desire to learn new skills
Java Certified Developer is highly desired

Minimum Job Qualifications
Education and/or Experience:
11 years of experience in software development

Bachelor's of Technology (B.Tech) Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Mathematics, Physics, or related field AND 7 years of experience in software development

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Mathematics, Physics, or related field AND 7 years of experience in software development

Master's of Technology (M.Tech) Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Mathematics, Physics, or related field AND 5 years of experience in software development

Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Mathematics, Physics, or related field AND 5 years of experience in software development

Job Skills:
Same skills as prior level plus;
-Data Analysis: Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret data to produce actionable business insights.
-Agile Methodologies: Demonstrated ability to use agile methodologies to drive continuous improvement and product delivery.
-Automation: Demonstrated ability in or knowledge of automation, including designing, implementing, and managing automated tools, processes, or systems to streamline operations.
-Compliance: Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to regulatory, legal, and organizational compliance requirements.
-Quality Assurance: Demonstrated ability in or knowledge of quality assurance, including ensuring adherence to standards and implementing quality control measures.
-Scripting Languages: Demonstrated ability in or knowledge of scripting languages, including writing and maintaining scripts to improve system efficiency.
-Software Test Plans: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute effective software test plans to validate product quality.
-User Experience Development: Demonstrated ability in or knowledge of user experience development, including designing intuitive and effective user interfaces and content.
-Code Review: Demonstrated ability to conduct in-depth code reviews for software quality assurance.
-Embedded Systems: Demonstrated ability to develop embedded systems, balancing hardware and software for optimal performance.
-Software Estimation: Demonstrated ability to provide accurate software effort and complexity estimates for project planning and scheduling.
Coding Experience:
6 years of experience with programming and/or scripting languages (e.g., SQL, C/C++, JavaScript).
Database Experience:
4 years of experience with databases.

Preferred Job Qualifications
Education and/or Experience:
11 years of experience in software development

Doctorate in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Mathematics, Physics, or related field AND 3 years of experience in software development.
Budget Experience:
1 year of experience working with operating budgets and/or project financials.
Cloud Platforms Experience:
3 years of experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle Cloud).