Job Description

As a Principal Software Engineer on the Architecture Team at SanDisk, you will be an integral part of a dynamic group dedicated to shaping the architecture and design of our cutting-edge storage solutions. This role requires expertise in code quality, a focus on intuitive interface design, and a passion for building robust software from the ground up.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Code Quality and Standards:

• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and guidelines to ensure the highest levels of code quality.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, providing constructive feedback to maintain a high standard of excellence.
• Collaborate with development teams to implement improvements and address code quality challenges.

Interface Design:

• Lead the design and development of software interfaces, ensuring a user-friendly and seamless experience.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate design specifications into functional and aesthetically pleasing interfaces.
• Advocate for design principles that prioritize user experience and accessibility.

Architectural Design and Development:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable software architectures for new and existing products.
• Lead the development of core components and libraries, establishing a robust foundation for our storage solutions.
• Drive innovation in architectural patterns, frameworks, and technologies.
• Adopt cloud technologies for new DTC channels

Building from Ground Up:

• Take ownership of greenfield projects, guiding the development team through the entire lifecycle from concept to implementation.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technically sound solutions.
• Ensure the scalability, reliability, and performance of software solutions built from the beginning.

Collaboration and Mentorship:

• Collaborate with other senior engineers, architects, and team leads to align on architectural decisions and design principles.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Work closely with product teams to understand business objectives and provide technical expertise.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Experience Developing Native Applications for Windows Platform
• Architected underlying layers of application that interact with Windows ecosystem
• Experience in Windows systems-level programming (Win32 APIs, multi-threading, Interprocess Communication, pipes, COM)

PREFERRED:

• Expertise or prior experience with C++, C#, or Rust
• You have experience in developing macOS client applications
• Comfortable with cross platform tools like Flutter, experience not required