Principal Software Engineer

<div> <b style="display:block;margin-bottom:9px;"></b><br><b style="display:block;margin-bottom:9px;font-weight:900;">Description </b><ul><li><span style="">Under general direction, act as a technical expert who consults on highly complex projects.</span></li><li><span style="">Devise or modify procedures to solve technical problems.</span></li><li><span style="">Responsible for system analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation.</span></li><li><span style="">Lead and direct the work of team members.</span></li><li><span style="">Mentor junior team members.</span></li><li><span style="">Develop component design.</span></li><li><span style="">Develop system/application architecture.</span></li><li><span style="">Develop maintainable/scalable, effective, defect free source code that meets business requirements and team standards.</span></li><li><span style="">Conduct unit test case development.</span></li><li><span style="">Develop highly complex test scripts.</span></li><li><span style="">Identify and implement appropriate continuous improvement opportunities.</span></li><li><span style="">Contribute technical alternatives.</span></li><li><span style="">Identify business process/product improvements that address highly complex functional and technology gaps.</span></li><li><span style="">Act as a leading member of an agile development team.</span></li><li><span style="">Domestic travel required up to 5%.</span></li><li><span style="">Telecommuting permitted up to 100%.</span></li></ul><b style="display:block;margin-bottom:9px;margin-top:18px;">Qualifications</b><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="">Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related field and 8 years of experience in the job offered or in a Principal Software Engineer-related occupation.</span><br><span style="">Position requires demonstrable experience in the following:</span></p><ul><li><span style="">IT concepts, strategies and methodologies including Agile software delivery, Scrum and SAFe frameworks, and IT service management. </span></li><li><span style="">Diverse technologies and architectural concepts and principles including mainframe, midrange, microservice, serverless, cloud computing, and GenAI. </span></li><li><span style="">Software engineering languages and tools and proficient in new and emerging technologies including Java, Springboot, Typescript, and AWS.</span></li><li><span style="">Insurance claim systems and related technology including Guidewire ClaimCenter.</span></li><li><span style="">Layered solutions and designs.</span></li><li><span style="">Shared software concepts and product features.</span></li><li><span style="">Business operations, objectives and strategies.</span></li><li><span style="">Global business and technology trends and the financial services industry. </span></li><li><span style="">Negotiation, consensus building and influencing skills.</span></li><li><span style="">Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with all levels of the organization.</span></li><li><span style="">Domestic travel required up to 5%.</span></li><li><span style="">Telecommuting permitted up to 100%.</span></li><li><span style="">Multiple Positions Available.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="">REFER TO: To apply, please visit https://jobs.libertymutualgroup.com/, select “Search Jobs,” enter job requisition #2026-76227 in the “Job ID or Keywords” field, and submit resume. Alternatively, you may apply by submitting a resume via e-mail to RecruitLM@LibertyMutual.com. Reference requisition number in subject of e-mail.</span></p><b style="display:block;margin-bottom:9px;">About Us</b><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="color: rgb(89, 89, 89);">Pay Philosophy:</span></strong><span style="color: rgb(89, 89, 89);"> The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role. </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="color: rgb(89, 89, 89);"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="color: rgb(89, 89, 89);">At Liberty Mutual, our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and can thrive. We build an environment that welcomes a wide range of perspectives and experiences, with inclusion embedded in every aspect of our culture and reflected in everyday interactions. This comes to life through comprehensive benefits, workplace flexibility, professional development opportunities, and a host of opportunities provided through our Employee Resource Groups. Each employee plays a role in creating our inclusive culture, which supports every individual to do their best work. Together, we cultivate a community where everyone can make a meaningful impact for our business, our customers, and the communities we serve.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="color: rgb(89, 89, 89);">  </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="color: rgb(89, 89, 89);">We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit:</span><span style="color: rgb(127, 127, 127);"><a href="https://www.libertymutualgroup.com/about-lm/careers/benefits" target="_blank" title="https://www.libertymutualgroup.com/about-lm/careers/benefits" class="_ymio1r31 _ypr0glyw _zcxs1o36 _mizu194a _1ah3dkaa _ra3xnqa1 _128mdkaa _1cvmnqa1 _4davt94y _4bfu18uv _1hms8stv _ajmmnqa1 _vchhusvi _kqswh2mm _ect4ttxp _syaz13af _1a3b18uv _4fpr8stv _5goinqa1 _f8pj13af _9oik18uv _1bnxglyw _jf4cnqa1 _30l313af _1nrm18uv _c2waglyw _1iohnqa1 _9h8h12zz _10531ra0 _1ien1ra0 _n0fx1ra0 _1vhv17z1" data-renderer-mark="true" rel="noopener"> https://www.libertymutualgroup.com/about-lm/careers/benefits</a></span><span style=""> <br>  <br><span style="color: #595959;">Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.  <br>  <br><strong>Fair Chance Notices </strong> </span></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style=""><a href="https://jobs.libertymutualgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ca-fair-chance-act.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">California</a> </span></li></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style=""><a href="https://bca.lacity.gov/Uploads/fciho/FCIHO-factsheet-2024-03-05.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Los Angeles Incorporated</a> </span></li></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style=""><a href="https://jobs.libertymutualgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FCOE-Official-Notice-Eng-Final-8.30.2024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Los Angeles Unincorporated</a> </span></li></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style=""><a href="https://jobs.libertymutualgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/pa-philadelphia-fair-chance-law.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Philadelphia</a> </span></li></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style=""><a href="https://jobs.libertymutualgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ca-san-francisco-fair-chance.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">San Francisco</a> </span></li></ul> </div>

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