Principal Software Engineer (Full Stack)

Principal Software Engineer (Full Stack)

Remote / Full-time

About Our Client:

Our client is an AI-powered software services startup founded by a team of ex-Microsoft, JP Morgan, IIT, and ISB alumni. They are pioneering a new model for software delivery—one that blends elite engineering talent with proprietary AI agents to build enterprise-grade products with unmatched speed and quality.

Their teams work closely with ambitious startups and large enterprises to solve complex business and technical challenges. From building mission-critical platforms to automating legacy workflows, our client helps organisations turn bold ideas into scalable software—faster than ever before.

If you’re excited by high-impact problems, product ownership, and cutting-edge tools, this is a front-row seat to the future of software development.

The Role:

• We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer who will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance applications.
• You will work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver robust solutions that drive business impact.
• This role demands strong technical expertise, end-to-end ownership of features, and the ability to make architectural decisions for performance, security, and scalability.

Core Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and secure applications.
• Take ownership of end-to-end feature implementation — from requirement analysis to deployment.
• Write clean, efficient, and testable code following best practices.
• Participate in architecture and design discussions to ensure optimal technical solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product, Design, QA) to deliver on business goals.
• Optimise application performance and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Drive engineering excellence through code reviews, CI/CD, and automation.

What We Value:

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to write efficient, scalable code.
• Proficiency in data structures, algorithms, and system design.
• Understanding of Agile development methodologies and DevOps culture.
• Passion for learning and adapting to emerging technologies.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What We Look For:

Experience:

• 4–8 years of hands-on software engineering experience, preferably in fast-paced environments, with client-facing roles.

Skills:

• Understanding of Agile methodologies.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to write clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and documentation.
• Proven track record of timely project delivery across multiple parallel initiatives.

Mindset:

• Ownership-driven, proactive, and comfortable with ambiguity.
• Ability to balance client priorities with internal execution realities.
• Strong problem-solving attitude with a bias for action.

Benefits:

• Learning & development budget
• Remote working model
• Access to high-impact projects and mentorship across domains
• Annual retreats and offsite experiences