At GameStop, we are committed to providing exceptional service and delivering the latest and greatest in gaming products to our customers. As a leading global retailer of video games, electronics, and gaming merchandise, we take pride in offering a wide range of products that cater to the needs and desires of gamers worldwide. Our mission is to create unforgettable experiences for our customers by constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Whether you're a hardcore gamer or just starting out, we've got something for everyone. Join us in our mission to shape the future of gaming and bring the best gaming products to the world!

GameStop is in the midst of a game-changing metamorphosis, transforming from old school into a modern company that is driven at its core by technology. As part of our investment in technology, we are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to play a key role in developing critical back-end systems within our engineering ecosystem, specifically focused on systems related to payments, transactions, and customer rewards. Expect to collaborate closely with engineering leadership and numerous other engineering teams throughout our tech organization to build out new systems. 

This position will sit onsite in Grapevine, TX.

What you’ll do: 

Help envision and set up a modern technology stack (cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, service-oriented architecture, etc.) to lay the foundation for robust system development  Architect, design, and build critical back-end systems, such as payments and transaction technologies Work with a modern technology stack (cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, service-oriented architecture, etc.) Be an advocate for engineering best practices Mentor and coach other engineers 

What you’ll need: 

10+ years of software development experience, with 4+ years cloud experience History of progression from Software Engineer up through technical leadership levelsStrong experience as an owner of major technical projects Eagerness to solve complex technical problems Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

You’ll stand out if you have: 

Desire to work in a fast-paced environment AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD experience Deep expertise in Java/Spring and/or modern front-end frameworks React/Vue/etc.Solid e-Commerce and/or Retail technology experience