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Principal Software Engineer

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Location: Remote
Compensation: Hourly
Reviewed: Tue, Oct 27, 2026
This job expires in: 29 days

Job Summary

To support a growing engineering team, the full-time remote Principal Software Engineer will architect backend systems, drive technical strategy, and enhance code quality while collaborating across multiple teams to align engineering priorities with business goals.

Key responsibilities
  • Shape technical strategy by partnering with leadership to align engineering efforts with business objectives
  • Maintain high standards of code quality and lead rigorous testing and validation processes
  • Elevate team capabilities through mentorship, technical discussions, and fostering a culture of accountability
Required qualifications
  • 10+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on complex, high-impact initiatives
  • Proficiency in Go, with experience in .NET and TypeScript codebases
  • Experience implementing event-driven architecture in microservices using tools like Apache Kafka
  • Strong understanding of AWS platforms and experience with CI/CD pipelines
  • Demonstrated ability to influence and drive decisions across cross-functional teams

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