[Remote] Principal Software Engineer (Salesforce)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Aflac is a Fortune 500 company and an industry leader in voluntary insurance products. They are seeking a Principal Software Engineer with extensive Salesforce development experience to lead software development initiatives, define architectural guidelines, and collaborate with stakeholders to align software solutions with business objectives.ResponsibilitiesDefine architectural guidelines and best practicesLead software development initiatives from conception to deploymentCollaborate with stakeholders to align software solutions with business objectivesIntroduce and train teams in advanced programming languages and toolsEnsure cloud readiness and optimal performance of all applicationsLeads and mentors technical and project team members at the business function levelLeads the project team in analyzing the requirements and providing accurate and detailed estimates for the designing, building, testing and deployment phases of the projectProvides technical leadership and mentoring to various technical teamsCollaborates with Architects, Developers, Senior Infrastructure Technical staff to evaluate and recommend technology advancements and business solutions for assigned projects and/or applicationsSupports the implementation and testing of cross-functional systems, ensuring system meets the needs of client and business; provides continuous support to internal and external clients who are experiencing problems with server hardware, operating systems, core infrastructure applications and related utilities, maintains mainframe operating systems or major subsystems, and associated software and hardware products; handles unresolved support issues across multiple areas of expertiseProactively monitors projects and/or existing production applications and core infrastructure by looking for ways to improve the applications and its availabilityHandles unresolved production support issues across multiple areas of expertise; analyzes the current architectureProvides design recommendations, develops application and custom integration solutions, including major enhancements and interfaces; writes complex design specificationsProvides leadership to support ongoing maintenance of mainframe and/or client server applications or tools, depending upon previous involvement with projectsFacilitates and ensures on-time completion of performance, load, functional and other categories of testing and application vulnerability testing efforts and resolution of issues; develops new cross-functional software systems using disciplined software development processesPerforms other duties as requiredSkillsDeep experience in modern programming languages and cloud developmentMastery of Scrum, DevOps, and Test-Driven DevelopmentLeadership and strategic planning skillsExtensive Salesforce development experienceApex Code experienceOmni Studio experienceSalesforce Platform Developer certificationVisual Force, Flows, Gear Set, Bit Bucket experienceScalable solution design skillsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or other related field6+ years of programming experienceOr an equivalent combination of education and experienceMaster's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or other related fieldBenefitsMedical, dental, and vision coveragePrescription drug coverageHealth care flexible spendingDependent care flexible spendingAflac supplemental policies (Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity offered at no costs to employee)401(k) plansAnnual bonusesAn opportunity to purchase company stock11 paid holidaysUp to 20 days PTO to be used for any reasonIf eligible, state-mandated sick leave (Washington employees accrue 1-hour sick leave for every 40 hours worked)Other leaves of absence, if eligible, when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-beingAflac complies with all applicable leave laws, including, but not limited to, sick and safe leave, and adoption and parental leave, in all states and localitiesCompany OverviewAflac is a company that offers individuals and companies supplemental disability insurance. It was founded in 1955, and is headquartered in Columbus, Georgia, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.aflac.com.