Principal Software Engineer

Description

Company Overview

Global Technology Services is a rapidly expanding organization situated in Medellín, Colombia. We pride ourselves on possessing one of the most influential networks within software development and IT services for the entertainment, financial, and logistics sectors. Our corporate projections offer a multitude of opportunities for professionals to elevate their careers and experience substantial growth. Joining our team means engaging with expansive engineering teams across Latin America, Philippines and the United States, contributing to cutting-edge developments in multiple industries.

Position Title

Principal Software Engineer

Location

LATAM

What you will be doing

As a Principal Software Engineer you will be responsible for developing, designing, and implementing solutions for the company. You will serve as an advocate for engineering decisions.

While interfacing with other business leaders, you will lead initiatives involving the development of new products and services. You will work directly with IT, as well as other teams supporting Transportation Management's various platforms and systems. This position reports to the Sr. Director of Solutions Engineering.

Required Skills & Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or Related Engineering.
• 7+ years experience working in a corporate engineering or software development environment
• Must have well-rounded experience planning and implementing engineering, analytics, and relationship development.
• The ability to hit the ground running in a very busy atmosphere
• Strong Experience with Python and SQL, Proficiency in software engineering tools
• Experience with test-driven development
• Ability to conduct software reviews and status updates with leadership
• Ability to run project meetings (requirements & design)

Nice to Have Skills

• 10+ years experience working in a corporate engineering or Supply Chain
• consulting environment
• Sound knowledge of Supply Chain Engineering, Software Engineering,
• Data and Platforms Engineering.
• Experience with Supply Chain modeling platforms like Supply Chain Guru,
• Llama.ai, NextMV, Gains, Sophus, Starboard, Optilogic, or TMOD.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Experience with Go/Golang
• Experience with ML Algorithms, Optimization Algorithms, and Building AI

Native Apps / MCP

Soft Skills

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• An exceptional ability to work autonomously.

Why you will love GTS

• Join a powerful tech workforce and help us change the world through technology
• Professional development opportunities with international customers
• Collaborative work environment
• Career path and mentorship programs that will lead to new levels.

Join GTS and contribute to shaping the data landscape within a dynamic and growing organization. Your skills will be honed, and your contributions will play a vital role in our continued success. GTS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.