Principal GCP Data Engineer
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Minnesota, MN

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Remote

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|Job ID 70527|Posted Jun 5, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join our dynamic team as a Principal Software Engineer, where you will lead the design and development of resilient and innovative technology solutions. This role offers the opportunity to shape software architecture and champion best practices in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design technology solutions that ensure stability and meet operational readiness requirements.
  • Lead the development, maintenance, and support of existing systems and platforms.
  • Provide thought leadership in software engineering best practices and Agile methodologies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure excellence in solution design and system architecture evolution.
  • Participate in staffing plans and provide feedback for team performance reviews.

Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 8 years of extensive technical experience in application development or software implementations.
  • Proven ability to lead, mentor, and provide feedback to team members.
  • Strong problem-solving and business analysis skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Skills

  • Master’s degree in Computer Engineering.
  • Experience in environments with regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Previous experience in Agile/Product Delivery models.
  • Understanding of security implications in software development.
  • Experience in the PBM or healthcare industry.
 

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all team members feel valued and empowered to contribute to their fullest potential.

 

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.


Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments.  For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $57 - $92 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. 

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.