Principal Software Developer

Oracle
Boston, MA

Job Description

We are looking for a talented engineer to aid in this effort. Major focus areas of software maintained by the team include:

  • Developing a native service for the Catalog - that can handle not only object store, but also connectivity to every database where data is stored

  • Creating improved performance and scalability when data is in object store

  • Improving user experience for interactions with the Oracle Lakehouse

  • Adding AI features for access to the data

  • Improved Security for a distributed System

You and members of the team will be called upon to solve many diverse scaling, security, efficiency, and automation problems through robust architectural decisions and customer-first design.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

This is a senior technical leadership position, and we expect you to think long term, mentor, and empower other engineers. As a technical leader on the team, you will own the complete software development lifecycle, from design, development, testing, to operating in production. You will take an active role in the definition and evolution of standard practices and procedures. Provide leadership and expertise in the development of new features and infrastructure, frequently operating at the leading edge of technology.

You will be responsible for a wide-ranging set of tasks within the software development space. These range from participating in high-level architectural discussions to feature implementation and DevOps automation.

Qualifications

  • Solid knowledge of at least one major programming language (preferably C and Java)

  • Knowledge of a scripting language (preferably Python)

  • Exceptional knowledge and experience with OCI and the control plane

  • Proficiency in shell scripting (Linux shell scripting -- bash)

  • A strong Knowledge of database fundamentals

  • Familiarity with major architectural patterns and principles

  • Skills in debugging and testing complex systems

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Skills

  • C

  • Java

  • Python

  • Linux

  • CI/CD pipelines

Disclaimer:

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US: Hiring Range in USD from: $96,800 to $251,600 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.

Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion

Short term disability and long term disability

Life insurance and AD&D

Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)

Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts

Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.

11 paid holidays

Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Financial planning and group legal

Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

Career Level - IC5

About Us

As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's challenges. We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity.

We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all.

Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.

We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing [email protected] or by calling +1 888 404 2494 in the United States.

Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.

Posted 2026-02-02

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