Principal Data Engineer
Location: Remote
Compensation: Hourly
Reviewed: Tue, Jul 07, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days
Job Summary
Seeking an ambitious Principal Data Engineer, the full-time remote position will focus on backend development, architecting systems, and leveraging AI to enhance engineering velocity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to align technical strategies with business goals.
Key responsibilities
- Shape technical strategy by partnering with leadership to align engineering priorities with business objectives
- Write clean, efficient, and production-ready code while leading rigorous testing and validation processes
- Elevate team performance through mentorship, code reviews, and fostering a culture of accountability and technical excellence
Required qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in software engineering with a proven track record in leading complex initiatives
- Proficiency in Go and familiarity with .NET and TypeScript codebases
- Experience with event-driven architecture in microservices using tools like Apache Kafka
- Strong understanding of AWS platforms and experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks
- Ability to influence and build consensus across diverse teams in a fast-paced, agile environment
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