Sr. Principal Software Engineer - Software Architect

Sr Principal Software Engineer - Software ArchitectJoin to apply for the Sr Principal Software Engineer - Software Architect role at WellSkySr Principal Software Engineer - Software Architect1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Sr Principal Software Engineer - Software Architect role at WellSkyThe Sr Principal Software Engineer - Software Architect is responsible for all stages of the software development lifecycle using a variety of technologies and tools to build impactful software solutions. The scope of this job includes building and optimizing comprehensive solutions that prioritize end-user efficiency and experience.Key Responsibilities:Lead the architecture and design of large-scale, mission-critical systems by ensuring systems are built to be scalable, fault-tolerant, and highly available and designing solutions that optimize for performance, cost, and future growth.Take full ownership of critical engineering initiatives and projects, guide them from inception to deployment, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure operational excellence in production environments.Work closely with senior leaders across solutions and design teams to align engineering work with WellSky goals, influence solution roadmaps by defining technical priorities, and ensure alignment between technical decisions and business needs.Act as a technical advisor to engineering leaders to influence best practices, design principles, and engineering culture.Research, experiment with, and introduce new technologies, methodologies, and engineering practices by staying at the forefront of industry trends and advocating for the adoption of new tools, AI capabilities, and other technologies that drive innovation and improve system performance.Champion high standards for software quality automation testing and ensure that systems meet rigorous security requirements, including secure coding practices and vulnerability mitigation.Perform other job duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experienceAt least 15-18 years of related work experienceProven experience leading cross-team technical initiatives in complex environments.Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure (preferably GCP)Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design.Proficient with large-scale software development in Ruby on Rails and/or PythonProficient with PostgreSQL (or other relational databases) and NoSQL (e.g., Firestore) storage patterns and optimization techniquesPreferred Qualifications:Strong communication and collaboration skills, with proven ability to influence and drive change at all levels of the organization.Demonstrated success in modernizing legacy platforms and cloud migrations.Experience working in matrixed organizations and navigating cross-functional priorities.Experience with healthcare data standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR) and regulatory compliance is a plus.Strong knowledge of microservices and API-driven developmentFamiliar with Data Engineering technologies including Airflow, Dataflow and BigQueryJob Expectations:Willing to work additional or irregular hours as neededMust work in accordance with applicable security policies and procedures to safeguard company and client informationMust be able to sit and view a computer screen for extended periods of timeWellSky is where independent thinking and collaboration come together to create an authentic culture. We thrive on innovation, inclusiveness, and cohesive perspectives. At WellSky you can make a difference.WellSky provides equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. WellSky is proud to be a drug-free workplace.Applicants for U.S.-based positions with WellSky must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Certain client-facing positions may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunizations and occupational health mandates.Here are some of the exciting benefits full-time teammates are eligible to receive at WellSky:Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefitsMental health benefits through TelaDocPrescription drug coverageGenerous paid time off, plus 13 paid holidaysPaid parental leave100% vested 401(K) retirement plansEducational assistance up to $2500 per yearSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesSoftware DevelopmentReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at WellSky by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Senior Software Engineer” termediate or Senior Civil Engineer – Land Development (Commercial) - Houston, TXSENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER - TEAM LEAD - LAND DEVELOPMENT - HOUSTON TXLenexa, KS $122,478.00-$208,212.00 2 weeks agoKansas City, MO $140,000.00-$160,000.00 8 hours agoKansas City, MO $150,000.00-$180,000.00 7 months agoKansas City, MO $83,200.00-$178,800.00 1 day agoLenexa, KS $107,000.00-$134,000.00 2 months agoKansas City Metropolitan Area $200,000.00-$220,000.00 5 days agoSenior Software Engineer, Device Management - United StatesOverland Park, KS $75,000.00-$120,000.00 2 months agoLead C# .NET Full Stack Developer with Banking DomainOverland Park, KS $85,000.00-$115,000.00 4 days agoOverland Park, KS $129,400.00-$233,400.00 1 month agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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Created: 2025-10-08