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Principal Software Engineer - Java

Company:
GameStop
Location:
Grapevine, TX, 76099
Posted:
May 05, 2026
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Description:

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 5 days per week.

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 levels

Strong 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.

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