Principal Software Engineer - Backend (Large‑Scale Distributed Systems)

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field
• Demonstrated technical engineering experience with coding in languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience
• Experience with large-scale system architecture and design in cloud-based environments

Nice to Haves

• Experience in scripting languages like Bash, Python, or similar
• Experience with technologies and software platforms such as Ruby, React, Go, MySQL, cosmosDB, Elasticsearch
• Knowledge of front-end frameworks like React.js
• Familiarity with telemetry dashboards like Datadog, Sentry, Azure Data Explorer
• Experience with cloud environments and/or Cloud Native Compute Foundation (CNCF) concepts
• Experience working closely with product management, design, and other engineering teams

What You'll Be Doing

• Design, develop, test and ship high-quality technical solutions
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and code reviews
• Advocate for the health and quality of systems
• Write architecture briefs, carry out code experiments, and design APIs
• Utilize CI/CD tools for automated pipelines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead technical discussions, and guide testing plans
• Maintain executional and operational excellence within teams
• Apply debugging tools and telemetry to optimize code performance
• Drive a technical roadmap aligned with product goals

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Employee assistance programs