Principal Software Engineer

Job Description

Works in the area of Software Engineering which encompasses the development maintenance and optimization of software solutions and applications.1. Applies scientific methods to analyse and solve software engineering problems.2. He or she is responsible for the development and application of software engineering practice and knowledge in research design development and maintenance.3. He or she work requires the exercise of original thought and judgement and the ability to supervise the technical and administrative work of other software engineers.4. The software engineer builds skills and expertise of his or her software engineering discipline to reach standard software engineer skills expectations for the applicable role as defined in Professional Communities.5. The software engineer collaborates and acts as team player with other software engineers and stakeholders.

Job Description - Grade Specific

Has very deep understanding of software development principles and technical proficiency. Masters all phases of the software development lifecycle and drives innovation and industrialization. Works on highly complex tasks and problems and drives technical decisions at a high level. Clear evidence of thought leadership in the market. Builds, educates and integrates effective teams. Focuses on developing long term partnerships with clients. Takes full responsibility for outcomes. Has strong understanding of contractual, financial and technical considerations. Exhibits strong commercial management skills. Takes a high degree of responsibility and ownership of people issues.