Principal Software Engineer

Location: Remote
Compensation: To Be Discussed
Reviewed: Tue, May 19, 2026
This job expires in: 29 days

Job Summary

Seeking a Principal Software Engineer to work remotely in the U.S. or Canada, this full-time role will focus on developing innovative products with an agentic-first approach, leading AI development initiatives, and contributing as a senior technical leader while also taking on light people management responsibilities as needed.

Key responsibilities:
  • Develop key products with a strong emphasis on user empathy, engineering design, and cross-functional collaboration
  • Execute innovative 0-to-1 product efforts, embracing ambiguity to drive progress
  • Lead the AI-native development transformation and support the engineering culture and processes
Required qualifications:
  • 10+ years of software engineering experience
  • Proficiency in full-stack development technologies including TypeScript, React, Node.js, GraphQL, and PostgreSQL
  • Demonstrated experience in AI-native development and senior technical leadership
  • Interest or experience in people management and mentoring
  • Experience in EdTech or building products for learners and families is preferred

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