Principle Engineer

Zones is a leading global IT solutions provider with over 35 years of experience, specializing in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, Zones partners with industry leaders like Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, and Adobe to deliver innovative, end-to-end IT solutions. As a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Zones is committed to transforming businesses through digital infrastructure and seamless technology integration.

The Principal Engineer will play a pivotal role within Zones’ digital transformation team, contributing to the evolution of a $2 billion company. This position is based in the Zones Digital Innovation Center, a global network of accelerators located in Seattle, New York, and Islamabad. The center fosters collaboration among business leaders, industry partners, and customers to rapidly develop and scale innovative digital solutions. The Principal Engineer will also work closely with the Zones Digital Platform (ZDP), a next-generation system designed to streamline IT procurement, fulfillment, and support across global enterprises and partners.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead the technical design and implementation strategy for the Zones Digital Platform.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including senior engineering management, program management, and product line management, to guide design efforts.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in assigned technical areas, providing software and system-level guidance.
- Develop and document component and subsystem specifications and material requirements.
- Provide technical expertise and support to engineers and other technical staff.
- Coordinate and communicate progress and technical activities with management and cross-functional teams.
- Mentor and coach junior engineers and team members as needed.

Required Qualifications
- Over 10 years of progressive engineering experience.
- At least 5 years as a principal software engineer supporting enterprise-level software.
- Minimum 5 years of experience with e-commerce or payment systems.
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Expert-level skills in developing microservices using Docker and Kubernetes.
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
- Proven experience in design, build, and deployment systems for complex projects.
- Proficiency in programming languages including C/C++, Java, Python, and JavaScript/TypeScript.
- Strong understanding of agile methodologies and principles.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
Zones values intellectual curiosity, innovative thinking, and excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence multiple stakeholder groups. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including life insurance, optional health insurance, EOBI, and a voluntary pension scheme. Employees enjoy additional perks such as complimentary meals and access to an in-house gym. Zones is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and discrimination-free workplace, supporting career growth in IT, sales, engineering, and operations.

This role operates on Pakistan Standard Time from 1:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. Zones is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing fair consideration to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy status.