Principal Full Stack Engineer

Principal Full Stack Engineer - React Native, Next.js & AWS (250628) Consumer Cellular, a wireless provider built for Americans 50+, is an approved wireless partner of AARP. Founded in 1995, it offers affordable plans and excellent customer service. Who we are Founded in 1995, Consumer Cellular is the first wireless provider unapologetically built for Americans 50+. An approved wireless partner of AARP, Consumer Cellular differentiates itself with affordable plans and unmatched customer service. Message from the Hiring Manager As a Principal Software Engineer on the Customer‑Facing Digital Experience team, you will integrate into the team with minimal guidance, lead highly skilled engineers, and build a wide‑range of customer experiences across web, tablet, mobile and in‑store kiosks. This greenfield project offers the chance to make foundational decisions that will influence our architecture and development processes for years to come. We’re looking for someone who loves solving big, complex problems, can roll up their sleeves, and takes ideas from concept to reality, collaborating with smart teams and leaving a mark on a system that will scale to millions of users. You will Lead and Mentor: Lead an agile engineering team as both a technical expert and key contributor. Build, mentor, and grow a team of highly‑skilled engineers to craft beautiful, performant customer experiences. Architect and Design: Architect and build complex, high‑speed systems within the AWS ecosystem, ensuring scalability, maintainability and performance. Collaborate with the architecture team and set the long‑term technical direction, making critical decisions on technologies, frameworks and methodologies. Drive Quality and Standards: Own the quality of our digital experiences across web, mobile, tablet and in‑store kiosks. Define and implement robust automated testing and quality assurance practices, enforce high standards for code quality, conduct code reviews and resolve complex technical issues and bugs. Be Agile: Collaborate closely with the Scrum Master and Product Owner to define strategy and ensure clean, effective sprints, making sure the software meets customer needs. Share Your Knowledge: Write and maintain clear documentation for system architectures, APIs and codebases. Stay current on new technologies and trends, and develop Communities of Practice by mentoring peers and sharing knowledge. Facilitate Cross‑Functional Alignment: Actively manage risk and uncertainty, build a solid understanding of inter‑team functional dependencies, and navigate appropriate communication channels to solve technical issues as they arise. Location Requirement You will need to reside within 50 miles of our Corporate Headquarters in Scottsdale, AZ, as this role offers hybrid or onsite work. Experience Bachelor’s Degree in CS or related field and applicable experience. 8+ years of progressive experience in software development/engineering. 2+ years of experience leading teams. Technical Skills TypeScript NextJS React Native AWS Ecosystem (Lambda, Amplify, Cognito) Firebase Headless CMS experience (Sanity, Prismic) Relational and Non‑relational Database Boomi C# / .NET GROQ / GraphQL Astro About Consumer Cellular Founded in 1995, Consumer Cellular is the first wireless provider unapologetically built for Americans 50+. An approved wireless partner of AARP, Consumer Cellular is trusted by more than 4 million subscribers for affordable plans, popular phones and devices, and great nationwide coverage, all backed by top‑rated, 100% U.S. based customer support. Based in Scottsdale, AZ, with 3,000 employees across the U.S., it has earned recognition as the most awarded wireless brand for customer service and has been honored as #1 in customer service and network coverage. Consumer Cellular phones, devices and plans are available nationwide through more than 50 company‑owned stores, online, by telephone and at leading retailers such as Target and Walmart. Pay & Benefits Data Minimum Salary: $138,600 Maximum Salary: $200,550 This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary by location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Our Talent Acquisition team can answer any additional questions as you move through the selection process. As part of our Total Rewards package, Consumer Cellular offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Benefits Competitive base pay with potential for shift differential, overtime and bonus pay Medical insurance (98% company‑paid for full‑time employee only coverage) Dental and Vision insurance (100% company‑paid for full‑time employee only coverage) 401(k) company match of 100% up to 6% of your pay Discounted Consumer Cellular wireless phone plan for employees Paid Time Off (PTO) available following a 30‑day waiting period* 6 company‑paid holidays plus 16 hours of floating holiday accrual per year Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health care and dependent care expenses Life and AD&D insurance equal to 1x your annual earnings (100% company‑paid) Long‑Term Disability insurance (100% company‑paid) Employee Assistance Program (100% company‑paid) Employee rewards program *Accrue up to 40 hours in 1st year for hourly positions and up to 120 hours for salaried positions. Pre‑employment background check and drug screen is required. Consumer Cellular is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any status/classification deemed illegal to consider under local, state or federal law. Consumer Cellular is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human.Resources@consumercellular.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr