Principal Software Engineer
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Job Description
About CharterUP. CharterUP is transforming the $30 billion group transportation industry with cutting-edge technology and innovative SaaS software delivering an industry-leading experience for both customers and operators. Trusted by most Fortune 500 companies our platform connects users to thousands of charter bus and minibus operators just 60 seconds customers can access real-time availability transparent pricing and detailed vehicle optionswhether organizing a corporate event a company shuttle or a wedding. By streamlining what was once a fragmented and stressful process CharterUP brings transparency accountability and efficiency to an industry overdue for innovation
With CharterUP group transportation is no longer a hassle but an elevated reliable experience. Join us as we lead the future of group travel.
Why Join Us
- Innovative Impact: Be part of the team thats revolutionizing group travel setting new standards in an industry overdue for change.
- Growth Opportunities: As a hyper growth company and one of the fastest-growing companies recognized by Inc. theres no better time to join our dynamic growth-stage organization.
- Driven Team: Collaborate with some of the most driven minds in tech all while working in a remote-first environment with a tech hub in Austin TX.
- Funding and Stability: Our $60 million Series A funding was just the startwere poised for even greater expansion and you can be part of this exciting journey. CharterUp has achieved this growth profitability and efficiently ensuring long-term stability.
About the Role
Title: Principal Software Engineer
Reports to: Vice President of Engineering
Location: This position is based in Austin TX (Hybrid: Monday Wednesday Friday in-office).
CharterUP is looking for a Principal Software Engineer with deep infrastructure experience to lead the deployment of AI across the enterprise automating workflows and driving productivity at our growth-stage marketplace. Youll build products that replace manual processes collaborate cross-functionally to uncover high-impact opportunities and ensure secure scalable systems that keep pace with rapid growth.
What Youll Do
- Own and evolve core infrastructure systems while building AI-powered tools that automate workflows and boost productivity
- Leverage your infra expertise to guide AI-assisted development and rapidly ship reliable scalable prototypes
- Collaborate across teams to identify operational inefficiencies and deliver automation that drives measurable impact
- Supervise AI-generated technical decisions stepping in to debug complex issues as needed
- Set technical direction and champion best practices that integrate AI effectively into our engineering culture
What Youll Bring
- 12 years of hands-on experience designing and scaling infrastructure in fast-paced high-growth environments
- Proven ability to identify inefficiencies and automate manual workflows using practical AI-driven solutions
- Strong technical judgment with the ability to guide and debug complex systems across backend (Java) and frontend (Vue or React) stacks
- Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure preferably AWS or GCP and a passion for building reliable scalable systems
- High ownership mindset with a track record of leading complex projects and delivering impactful tools across teams
Recruiting Process
- Step 1 - Video call: Talent Acquisition interview
- Step 2 - Video call: Hiring Manager interview
- Step 3 - Video call: Team interviews
- Step 4 - Offer & background check
- Welcome aboard!
Salary
$220000 - $290000 USD
Global Benefits & Perks at CharterUP
We believe great people can live anywhereand they deserve great benefits too. While offerings may vary slightly by location we prioritize hiring near our hubs in Austin Atlanta Miami and Denver as we grow our global team.
- Remote-First Flexibility: Work from anywhere we hire with built-in flexibility. U.S.-based employees may reside in any of our 19 approved states.
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Medical dental and vision insurance mental health support virtual care gym discounts and family-building the U.S. we cover 100% of premiums for employees. International benefits align with local standards.
- Time Off to Recharge: Paid time off so you can truly unplug. U.S.: 15 PTO days (increasing to 20 after 2 years) 8 paid holidays. International policies vary by country.
- Financial Peace of Mind: Company-paid life short-term and long-term disability insurance where available.
- Performance-Driven Culture: Join a fast-moving ambitious and collaborative team that wins together.
- Referral Rewards: Earn bonuses for bringing top talent to the team.
- Planning for the Future: Long-term financial planning support. U.S.: 401(k) plan. International: region-specific savings programs where applicable.
- Top-Tier Tech: Choose a Mac or PC plus monitor keyboard and mouse to hit the ground running.
CharterUP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive accessible and respectful workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin ancestry disability medical condition marital status veteran status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws in the United States and Canada. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please let us know.
Hiring Locations: CharterUP U.S.-based candidates and employees must reside in one of the following states: Arizona California Colorado Florida Georgia Hawaii Mississippi Missouri North Carolina New Hampshire Nevada New York Oklahoma South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Washington and Wyoming.
We hire in the U.S. and Canada and are actively expanding our global footprint.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full Time
