Description:

Mapbox is the leading real-time location platform for location-aware businesses, providing tools for navigation of people, packages, and vehicles.
The Navigation team at Mapbox develops web services for strategic navigation initiatives across consumer, automotive, and logistics sectors.
The role of Principal Software Development Engineer involves leading technical excellence and innovation for the Navigation organization.
Responsibilities include defining the technical vision for Navigation products, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving the development of secure product experiences.
The position requires mentoring a global team of approximately 80 engineers and promoting a culture of innovation.
The role also involves engaging with customers to understand their needs and relay insights back to the team.

Requirements:

Candidates must have 15+ years of engineering experience with a strong track record in the field.
Extensive coding experience in languages such as C/C++, Python, Javascript, and Typescript is required.
Candidates should have deep knowledge of data structures, algorithms, design patterns, memory management, multithreading, and performance optimization.
Proficiency in cloud database services like AWS RDS, Google Cloud Spanner, and Azure SQL is essential.
A strong passion for clean code and robust architecture is necessary, along with a drive for continuous improvement.
Candidates must demonstrate ownership and execution capabilities, leading globally distributed engineering teams with empathy.
A customer-focused mindset and a growth mindset are important traits for this role.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required to convey complex ideas to a wide audience.
Experience in bringing products to market and a high standard for work quality are also necessary.

Mapbox offers supportive healthcare, parental leave, and flexibility for personal needs.
The company emphasizes an environment of teaching and learning to equip employees for success.
Mapbox values diversity and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Employees are supported in being their whole selves at work, fostering a creative and high-performing culture.