Principal Software Engineer - McKinsey ID
108478
- Prague
- San Jose
- Sao Paulo
You will lead the development of global authentication and authorization services, architecting and building scalable identity platforms that support client-facing solutions and thousands of users across a distributed, global team.
You will produce high-quality code across the full technology stack, manage stakeholder relationships, lead troubleshooting and performance improvements, and drive Agile and SCRUM development processes. You will collaborate with engineering, devops, product management, design, security, UX, and consulting teams to deliver robust and innovative solutions, mentor junior engineers, and apply industry standards to enhance product quality.
You will be part of a globally distributed team spanning Asia, Europe, and the Americas within the Security organization.
You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact.
In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we’ll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference.
When you join us, you will have:
- Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
- A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
- Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Exceptional benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.
- 10+ years of software development experience with a proven track record in distributed systems
- Deep expertise in Java, Golang, Ocaml, or Node
- Proficiency in functional languages such as OCaml
- Advanced skills in at least one UI framework (React preferred)
- Proficient in writing tests; experience with automated testing tools like Jest, JMeter, or Gatling
- Deep understanding of cloud native technologies and providers such as AWS, Terraform, and Kubernetes
- Strong understanding of relational database systems; proficiency with PostgreSQL preferred
- Comprehensive understanding of CI/CD best practices
- Expertise in SSO/federated authentication methods (SAML, OIDC)
- Experience with identity management solutions like Okta and RedHat Keycloak