Principal Software Engineer
Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Tue, Aug 11, 2026
This job expires in: 26 days
Job Summary
Leading the architecture and development of core Kubernetes platform capabilities, the full-time Principal Software Engineer will focus on building self-service GPU infrastructure and managing cluster operations in both cloud and on-premises environments.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of distributed systems and APIs for managing Kubernetes clusters at scale
- Define technical requirements and production-readiness practices while collaborating across engineering teams for cohesive platform experiences
- Mentor senior engineers and influence architectural decisions to enhance design quality and engineering rigor
Required qualifications
- BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 15+ years of relevant software engineering experience, particularly with large-scale production systems
- Deep expertise in Kubernetes internals, APIs, and cluster lifecycle management
- Strong programming skills in languages such as Go, Python, Rust, or C++
- Proven experience in building platform software and infrastructure control planes
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