Principal Software Engineer

Post Date

May 23, 2025

Location

Bentonville,
Arkansas

ZIP/Postal Code

72712
US
Aug 05, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

BEN-784299

Pay Rate

$59 - $74 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

A large retailer in Northwest Arkansas is seeking an experienced Principal Software Engineer. This individual will be responsible for designing and implementing an AI Chatbot as a platform which can be integrated, leveraged , and supported as a single stop shop for all associate needs. This individual needs a strong background in architectural design and API development, with experience in JavaScript technologies like React Js and Node Js. Additionally, this person should have knowledge in microservices, design patterns, cloud deployments, CI/CD, etc. This individual is expected to take on leadership responsibilities which include spearheading development of innovative solutions, mentor and guide a team of engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, and contribute to the overall architectural design to ensure it meets business needs.

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Required Skills & Experience

-3+ years of experience in architectural design and API development for production environment
-8+ years of experience in software engineering
-Experience with JavaScript, React JS, and Node Js
-Experience in building highly scalable systems with messaging queues like Apache Kafka.
-Experience in NoSQL DBs like Cosmos, Cassandra, etc..
-Strong interpersonal skills to coordinate with other organizations across the business while managing customer expectations.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.