Principal Software Engineer (Retired Talent Program)

Title

Principal Software Engineer (Retired Talent Program)

Location

Remote - United States (U.S. applicants only)

Exemption/Classification

Exempt, Full Time or Part Time (Flexible)

Why Join ThisWay Global

At ThisWay Global, we believe exceptional engineering talent never expires. Our Retired Talent Program offers accomplished engineers a meaningful way to stay engaged—solving complex technical challenges, mentoring future leaders, and shaping foundational systems in AI and high-performance computing.

We're a fast-growing startup tackling the convergence of ethical AI and scalable infrastructure. This is an opportunity to apply your decades of knowledge where it counts—without needing to relocate or commit to a traditional full-time schedule. You'll work remotely with high autonomy, meaningful challenges, and a team that values what you bring to the table.

Job Overview

We're seeking a Principal Software Engineer who has led, built, and architected large-scale systems—and who wants to stay active in the field. Whether you're retired, semi-retired, or seeking flexible work on your terms, we're creating space for high-impact contributors who bring strategic insight and deep technical experience.

You'll contribute to architectural decisions, critical design reviews, and mentor teammates—all while helping shape a rapidly evolving technical landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate on system architecture and technical planning for distributed, high-performance platforms
• Contribute selectively to projects where your expertise drives clarity and quality
• Serve as a trusted mentor and advisor to engineers across the organization
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure and performance issues
• Share strategic insights on system evolution, security, and infrastructure scale
• Stay current with relevant tools and paradigms in distributed systems and secure development

Requirements

• 20+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on scalable systems and technical leadership
• Proficiency in systems programming (Rust preferred; C++, Go, or similar experience welcome)
• Familiarity with parallel computing and performance optimization (OpenMP, CUDA, MPI, etc.)
• Demonstrated mentoring and team leadership throughout your career
• Able to work independently and asynchronously in a remote-first environment
• U.S.-based; authorized to work in the United States

Preferred (Not Required)

• Experience in HPC or HTC computing environments
• Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST SP 800-171/223, or secure computing standards
• Previous affiliation with a top-tier academic or research institution
• Interest in mentoring rising engineers and passing on technical wisdom

Benefits

• Fully remote U.S. role with flexible scheduling options
• Part-time, reduced-load, or full-time arrangements available
• Competitive compensation for experience and contribution level
• High-impact work with real-world applications
• Opportunity to mentor and guide a talented, growing engineering team
• Health benefits and 401K plan (available for eligible employment status)
• Unlimited PTO (with manager approval)