- Job Posting - Salary Range: $148,617 - $267,510
- Department: Product Development
- Flexible Time Off: 20 Days
- Schedule: Full Time
Company Description
Experian is the world's leading global information services company, unlocking the power of data to create more opportunities for consumers, businesses, and society. We are thrilled to share that FORTUNE has named Experian one of the 100 Best Companies to work for . In addition, for the last five years we've been named in the 100 "World's Most Innovative Companies" by Forbes Magazine .
Today's business environment is complex. Experian Decision Analytics turns challenging situations into decisions through three core areas of expertise — analytics, decisions, and identity & fraud. The combination of these business lines, along with our industry and business experience, helps us solve real-world problems for lenders, financial institutions, and other companies and institutions across the globe.
As a thought-leading organization, it is essential that we communicate our vision to clients, employees, and a myriad of other stakeholders so they understand where we are going and how we are advancing our big data and analytics capabilities across industries.
Job Description
As a Principal Software Architect, you must be a software development expert with an extensive and well-rounded background in developing large-scale software systems and big data analytics solutions (commercial, open source, in-house). Main responsibilities for this position include:
- Designs, analyzes, and develops software applications that are highly distributed and scalable.
- Monitors and assesses the health and performance of the software applications and databases.
- Assists in identifying legacy application workflows and leading their replacement with modern technologies.
- Works on cloud-based and distributed computing platforms in big data space where scale and complexity are considered.
- Participates in agile software development for enterprise-level systems including component design and implementation.
- Applies deep understanding of application and enterprise software design for implementation of data services and middleware.
- Provides technical leadership, guidance and mentoring to junior colleagues.
What Your Background Looks Like
- BS in Computer Science or related fields; MS preferred.
- 8+ years of professional development experience in Linux-based and cloud-based distributed systems.
- An expert with Ruby and solid understanding of Elixir languages.
- Experience with Postgres (RDBMS) and database design.
- Systems integration experience, including design and development of APIs, Real-Time Systems, Microservices and Integration with Real-Time Systems, Data Warehouses, and Analytics solutions.
- Proficient with Enterprise Security, Agile and Change management standards.
- Good understanding of distributed software applications including system integration, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Experience in monitoring the health of distributed systems and strategy for error detection and recovery.
- Demonstrated ability to champion the change of software stacks with modern approaches in a collaborative environment.
Additional Information
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; Great Place To Work in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
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