Principal Software Engineer

Principal Software Engineer – Technical Leadership Opportunity

We're seeking a seasoned Principal Software Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and governance of core platform capabilities (e.g., APIs, Billing, Settlement) in a high-growth, merchant-first technology company. This is a hands-on technical leadership role with a direct impact on platform evolution and engineering best practices.

About the Role

• Lead technical design and development within key platform areas.
• Shape and evolve engineering standards and architectural direction.
• Provide cross-team technical guidance, coaching, and governance.
• Contribute to strategic planning, roadmap execution, and technical documentation.
• Actively participate in coding (up to 50% of the time).
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and leadership teams to deliver scalable, real-world solutions.

What We Value

• Small teams, big impact – lean processes, real ownership.
• Continuous growth – innovate, experiment, and learn.
• Real-world impact – solve meaningful challenges for our customers.

What You’ll Need

• 10+ years in software engineering and architecture.
• Strong experience in .NET, Java, or similar backend languages.
• Deep understanding of SaaS, APIs, and scalable service design.
• Familiarity with modern web and database technologies (e.g., JavaScript, SQL, messaging systems).
• Payments or fintech experience is a strong plus.
• Proven leadership in driving technology strategy and mentoring teams.
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working in fast-paced environments.