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Principal Software Engineer (NY)


Job Location:

New York City, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 200 - 250
Posted: 13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Principal Software Engineer (NY)
  • Title of Role: Principal Software Engineer (NY)
  • Location: New York hybrid
  • Company Stage of Funding: Venture-Backed AI B2B Software Development
  • Office Type: Hybrid
  • Salary: $200K$250K
Company Description

Were representing a dynamic AI product incubator that is backed by one of Europes leading software investors. This company is focused on developing innovative software solutions that leverage cutting-edge technologies to drive business transformation for B2B clients. With a commitment to excellence and a collaborative culture they are poised for significant growth in the AI landscape.

What You Will Do
  • Design and implement scalable applications using Python and FastAPI ensuring high performance and responsiveness.
  • Lead the development and deployment of microservices on Kubernetes optimizing for cloud environments such as AWS and GCP.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define design and ship new features enhancing user experience with React and TypeScript.
  • Mentor junior engineers fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
  • Utilize best practices in cloud architecture to ensure robust and secure application infrastructure.
  • Analyze system performance metrics to identify areas for optimization and implement solutions to enhance efficiency.
Ideal Candidate Background
  • 1015 years of experience in software engineering with a strong focus on backend development.
  • Proficiency in Python and experience with FastAPI for building RESTful APIs.
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration and deployment.
  • Familiarity with cloud services specifically AWS and GCP and a solid understanding of cloud architecture principles.
  • Strong front-end development skills using React and TypeScript.
Preferred
  • Experience in AI or machine learning applications contributing to innovative product development.
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools for CI/CD pipelines to streamline development processes.
  • Previous experience in a startup environment adapting to fast-paced and dynamic work settings.
Compensation and Benefits

The base salary for this role ranges from $200K to $250K reflecting the importance of this position within the addition to competitive compensation the company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and professional growth.


Required Experience:

Staff IC


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