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Principal Engineer

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Location: Remote
Compensation: To Be Discussed
Reviewed: Fri, Nov 13, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

To shape the future of a pioneering AI platform, the full-time Principal Engineer will set the technical vision, lead the development of core abstractions, and mentor engineers while working in a hybrid environment based in New York City or remotely from anywhere in the United States.

Key responsibilities
  • Set the platform's long-term technical vision and communicate it effectively to stakeholders
  • Lead the design and implementation of platform capabilities, ensuring clear guarantees and security models
  • Mentor engineers at all levels in system design and platform thinking, fostering their growth within the team
Required qualifications
  • 10+ years of experience in building and operating production systems with technical leadership experience
  • Deep platform engineering experience, including building frameworks or infrastructure
  • Strong system design skills with expertise in distributed systems and security considerations
  • Hands-on experience with coding agents and understanding their strengths and weaknesses
  • Proven ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively across teams

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