Principal Software Engineer

Job Summary

Seeking a Principal Software Engineer for a full-time remote position focused on shaping the technical future of Data Infrastructure by owning the architecture and evolution of foundational data systems, driving architectural decisions, and influencing technical direction across teams.

Key responsibilities

• Shape the technical direction for data platforms, focusing on scaling, access patterns, and performance
• Write production code and lead complex initiatives from concept to rollout, building internal frameworks and APIs
• Establish consistent platform patterns across big data, SQL/Vitess, batch, stream processing, and search domains

Required qualifications

• Deep experience in building and evolving large-scale distributed systems, particularly in data infrastructure
• Strong architectural instincts with a focus on simplicity and long-term platform leverage
• Proven track record of delivering complex technical initiatives with significant impact
• Comfort working across multiple layers of the technology stack, from storage engines to developer experience
• A hands-on mindset, actively engaging in building, debugging, and shipping systems