Job Description

Principal Engineer, Backend

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Location: Bengaluru, KA, 560076

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Skills: Principal Software Engineer

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About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Software Engineer to define and lead system and application architecture initiatives using proven design patterns. The ideal candidate is language agnostic and deeply rooted in software design principles. This role involves leading implementation teams to build scalable, secure, and robust applications using Ruby, NodeJS, or Golang. You will mentor engineers, collaborate with product managers to refine requirements, and lead from the front in delivering high-quality software.

Key Responsibilities

Define system and application architectures using proven design patterns. Lead implementation teams in building scalable, secure, and robust applications. Apply language-agnostic software design principles across projects. Develop software using Ruby, NodeJS, or Golang. Mentor and guide software engineers to improve technical capabilities. Collaborate with product managers to refine and rethink requirements for better outcomes. Lead by example in developing high-quality, maintainable software. Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions.

Required Qualifications

10+ years of software engineering experience with a strong architectural background. Expertise in system and application design using proven design patterns. Language-agnostic approach to software design and development. Hands-on experience with Ruby, NodeJS, and Golang. Strong leadership and mentoring skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Ability to influence product direction through technical insight.

Team Culture & Collaboration

We value technical excellence, ownership, and proactive leadership. Engineers are encouraged to challenge assumptions and drive innovation. Collaboration and transparency are core to our team culture. We support continuous learning and mentorship across all levels. * You'll work in a high-trust environment where your contributions shape the future of our platform.