Principal, Software Engineer (Java/SAP)

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients’ problems, no matter where you are in the world. 

We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer with expertise in Java and SAP to help us build a new business line with one of our most important clients in America.

• →Leads and architects software solutions written in Java that integrate with SAP.
• →Provides technical leadership and guidance to a small engineering team to maintain and enhance this application. 
• →Leads architectural planning and drives decisions on programming patterns, system design, and infrastructure. Balances technical trade-offs with business and design needs, working with teams to align on solutions. Takes ownership of large technical initiatives ensuring they deliver value on time and within scope.
• →Collaborates with cross-functional teams to define workstreams, technical strategies and product roadmaps 
• →Helps define and apply programming processes and best practices. Conducts code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and standards 
• →Leads and mentors engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence. Mentors others and fosters a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.

• 7+ Years experience working in Production applications written in Java and Spring Boot
• Experience integrating and working with SAP S/4HANA, Cloud for Credit, Business Technology Platform (BTP), Cloud Application Programming Model (CAP), and SAP UI5 is required.
• Extensive experience in software architecture and design
• Expertise in building and maintaining scalable and highly available systems
• Proficient in infrastructure as code and cloud-native technologies
• Strong knowledge of performance optimization and security best practices
• Experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Node, HTML, CSS, AWS is strongly preferred but not required.
• Experience with credit or financial systems is a large plus
• Experience working with Cloud Foundry is a plus
  

• Excellent leadership and strategic thinking abilities
•  Excellent communication and presentation skills
•  Ability to lead engineering teams 
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
•  Proven track record of leading and delivering complex software projects

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is at its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s lived experience, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic information. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work. Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world, and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.

DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture.

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At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

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