Principal Software Development Engineer

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Principal Software Engineer – CPQ 

About the Role

We are seeking ahigh-caliber Principal Software Engineerto lead the design and development of ourOracle CPQ platform. This is a critical, high-impact role for a hands-on technical leader who thrives in complex environments,operateswith urgency, and is passionate about building scalable, high-quality systems that directly drive business outcomes.

You will be aforce multiplier for the team—setting the bar for engineering excellence, mentoring senior engineers, and driving execution with speed and precision. This role requires deepexpertisein CPQ and the ability to translate complex commercial models intorobust, scalable implementations.

While focused on CPQ, you will ensure seamless integration with upstream systems such as Salesforce and downstream platforms including Zuora, PIM/PDH, and the Oracle EBS/Fusion stack (RMCS, FOM, SMC), with a strong emphasis onend-to-end system integrity and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadhands-on architecture, design, and developmentof Oracle CPQ solutions (BML, configuration, pricing, rules, approvals)

  
  

• Drivehigh-quality, scalable implementationswith a strong focus on performance, maintainability, and reliability

  
  

• Operate withurgency and ownership, ensuringtimelydelivery of business-critical capabilities

  
  

• Design and implementcomplex product and pricing models, including hardware, software, and bundled offerings

  
  

• Build andoptimizeadvanced pricing engines, discounting frameworks, and approval workflows

  
  

• Define and enforceengineering best practices, including clean code, modular design, testing rigor, and CI/CD alignment

  
  

• Mentor and elevatesenior engineers,providinghands-on guidance in design, development, and problem-solving

  
  

• Leadcross-system integration design and implementationacross Salesforce (upstream) and downstream systems (Zuora, PIM/PDH, Oracle EBS/Fusion including RMCS, FOM, SMC)

  
  

• Translate business requirements intoscalable, elegant CPQ solutionswith a deep understanding of business processes

  
  

• Driveroot cause analysis and resolutionof complex production issues with a focus on long-term stability

  
  

• Buildreusable frameworks and acceleratorsto increase team velocity and consistency

  
  

• Championcontinuous improvement and modernization, including automation and AI-driven enhancements

  
  

WhatYou’llBring

• 15+ years of experience insoftware engineering with deep Oracle CPQexpertise

  
  

• Seeking an individual withdeep technologicalexpertisewho brings a strongOracle CPQsolutioningmindsetand approach.

  
  

• Proventrack recordofdelivering complex, high-impact systems with speed and quality

  
  

• Strongownership mindsetwith the ability tooperatewith urgency in fast-paced environments

  
  

• Deep hands-onexpertiseinCPQ development (BML, configurators, pricing, integrations)

  
  

• Strong understanding ofcomplex selling models(bundles, subscriptions, renewals, entitlements)

  
  

• Experience integrating CPQ withSalesforce and enterprise systems(Zuora, PIM/PDH, Oracle EBS/Fusion stack)

  
  

• Ability tomentor and elevate senior engineers, setting a high bar for technical excellence

  
  

• Strong grasp ofbusiness processesand ability to translate them into scalable technical solutions

  
  

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to navigateambiguity and complexity with confidence

  
  

• Identifybottlenecksandoptimizethe performanceand functionality of CPQ tools and integration channels

  
  

• Continuously audit and ensurecompliancewith security standards across systems

  
  

• Stay updated on platformadvancementsand advocate for new tools or processes tomaintaincompetitive technical capability

  
  

What Sets You Apart

• You are abuilder at heartwho leads from the front

  
  

• You bringintensity, accountability, and pride in craftsmanship

  
  

• You raise the bar forspeed, quality, and execution across the team

  
  

• You thrive in challenging environments and consistentlydeliver beyond expectations

  
  

The Job Description is intended to be a general representation of the responsibilities and requirements of the job. However, the description may not be all-inclusive, and responsibilities and requirements are subject to change.

Please note that F5 only contacts candidates through F5 email address (ending with @f5.com) or auto email notification from Workday (ending with f5.com or @myworkday.com).

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of F5 to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination.  F5 offers a variety of reasonable accommodations for candidates. Requesting an accommodation is completely voluntary. F5 will assess the need for accommodations in the application process separately from those that may be needed to perform the job. Request by contacting accommodations@f5.com.