Principal Software Engineer (Authorize.net) - job 5 of 10

A Principal Software Engineer at Authorize.net is responsible for leading the modernization of payment systems by splitting monolithic codebases into microservices and migrating services to the cloud. You'll also implement robust DevOps practices, optimize CI/CD pipelines, and guide the development of major features that solve real business problems for our merchants.

To be a successful candidate for the Principal Software Engineer role at Authorize.net, you should have a proven track record of delivering large-scale, reliable software solutions. While expertise in C# is preferred, familiarity with other modern programming languages is also beneficial. Strong communication skills and experience in mentoring engineers are essential.

In the hybrid work model for the Principal Software Engineer position at Authorize.net, employees are expected to work from the office 2-3 days a week. This schedule is determined by leadership and business needs, fostering collaboration while allowing flexibility with remote work.

As a Principal Software Engineer at Authorize.net, you will oversee cross-team projects that standardize API development and data schemas. You’ll be crucial in implementing best practices across the organization and leading efforts that directly enhance the payment solutions we offer.

A Principal Software Engineer at Authorize.net will have numerous opportunities for growth, including the chance to lead major modernization projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to strategic discussions around technology roadmaps. This position also opens doors to influence how cutting-edge payment solutions are shaped.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you successfully transitioned a monolithic application to microservices. Discuss the challenges you faced, how you approached them, and the technologies you utilized. Demonstrating your understanding of microservices will show your technical expertise.

Discuss your mentoring philosophy and provide examples of how you've guided junior engineers in the past. Focus on your commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment and share any specific instances where your mentorship led to their professional growth.

Share a specific scenario where you analyzed an existing CI/CD pipeline, identified bottlenecks, and implemented changes that significantly increased efficiency. Highlight your problem-solving skills as well as the technologies you used to achieve this improvement.

Discuss your communication strategies and tools that facilitate effective collaboration among teams. Share examples of successful projects where you involved multiple teams, emphasizing how you clarified goals and aligned stakeholders.

Describe your approach to prioritizing product features, balancing stakeholder needs with technical feasibility. Discuss any frameworks or methodologies you adopt (like Agile or Lean) that help you evaluate and manage priorities effectively.

Share notable details about past cloud migration projects you've been part of, emphasizing your role, the challenges faced, and the outcomes achieved. This showcases not just technical knowledge but also your capacity to manage complex transitions.

Explain your approach to integrating security at every stage of the software development life cycle (SDLC). Discuss any practices or tools you've implemented to safeguard the software from potential risks and threats.

Choose an example that highlights your analytical and technical skills. Describe the business context, the specific problem, and the technical solutions you designed, ensuring to illustrate how it positively impacted the stakeholders involved.

While answering, highlight your proficiency in C# as well as any other languages you are skilled in. Explain how your knowledge of these languages will enable you to meet the responsibilities and challenges of the Principal Software Engineer role at Authorize.net.

Discuss your strategies for continuous learning, such as attending seminars, taking online courses, or participating in tech forums. This shows your initiative and passion for staying current in a rapidly evolving field.