Principal Software Developer

Lead the Code. Shape the Future.

Ready to make a lasting impact through technology? The Superior Court of Los Angeles County is seeking an experienced Principal Software Developer to serve as the senior-most developer on the team—leading enterprise application development while remaining hands-on in designing, coding, and delivering innovative software solutions.

This is an opportunity to work at one of the nation's largest and most technologically sophisticated court systems, where your expertise will directly support access to justice for millions of Californians.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design, development, and modernization of enterprise applications
• Mentor developers and establish coding standards and best practices
• Build scalable APIs, automation processes, and deployment pipelines
• Solve complex technical challenges while remaining actively involved in coding
• Evaluate emerging technologies and drive continuous improvement across the software development lifecycle

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess the following desirable qualifications:

• Expertise in designing and developing high-quality enterprise applications, ensuring efficiency, scalability, reusability, and security.
• Ability to work effectively with technical teams, including infrastructure, database, and applications groups, to optimize system performance.
• Expert understanding of security frameworks and testing methodologies.
• Experience in evaluating and implementing new technologies, including AI, with a proven track record of successful integration.
• Strong background in designing intuitive user interfaces, improving navigation, and enhancing functionality for superior user experience.
• Experience guiding teams in best practices and advanced software design principles.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments, contributing to sprint planning, backlog grooming, and iterative software delivery.
• Experience in the following technologies:
• .NET and C#
• Angular and front-end frameworks
• Azure DevOps
• Azure CI/CD

Salary: $123,288–$180,240 annually plus an outstanding benefits package, including a defined benefit pension, generous MegaFlex benefits allowance, telework opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and up to an 8% retirement match.

Location: This position is eligible for telework following an initial training period.

Application Deadline: July 10, 2026

If you're ready to combine cutting-edge technology with meaningful public service, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help build the future of one of the country's most influential justice systems.

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