Remote Principal Software Engineer

Description:

• Narvar is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the evolution of their product suite and drive innovation in engineering practices.
• The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Engineers, Designers, Product Managers, and Senior Engineering Leadership.
• Responsibilities include taking ownership of the architectural vision for new product platforms and enhancing existing ones to deliver impactful business outcomes.
• The Principal Engineer will develop and implement scalable architecture solutions and participate in a dedicated team to deliver high-quality projects.
• The position requires leading by example in writing high-quality, modular, and functional code while advocating for best practices in system design, coding, performance optimization, and testing.
• The role includes hands-on development of products, balancing long-term and short-term goals, and ensuring efficiency, reliability, and scalability.
• Collaboration with stakeholders to translate business requirements into actionable plans and drive alignment towards strategic objectives is essential.
• The Principal Engineer will provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, fostering their growth in design, coding, and troubleshooting.

Requirements:

• A BS/MS degree from a top-tier institution or equivalent practical experience is required.
• Candidates must have 15+ years of hands-on experience in backend and end-to-end product development, with a proven track record in architectural design and development of enterprise applications.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing, developing, debugging, and operating resilient distributed systems is essential, along with experience in managing large, complex systems in cloud environments.
• Proven ability to deliver efficient, scalable, reliable, and maintainable customer-facing systems within established timelines is necessary.
• A fearless initiative-taking mindset with a history of making substantial contributions to organizational goals is required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills at all levels are essential, with the ability to articulate customer and technical requirements effectively.
• Deep hands-on expertise in Java and one or more server-side languages such as Go, Kotlin, Scala, or Rust is required, along with extensive experience in designing, building, and integrating RESTful APIs.
• Proficiency in designing and scaling relational and NoSQL database platforms and experience in cloud computing platforms such as AWS or GCP is necessary.
• Extensive experience in building high-volume, high-performance, and highly available SaaS or consumer-facing products is required, with a strong understanding of containerization, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools.
• Previous experience in startup environments is strongly preferred, demonstrating adaptability and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits:

• The role offers a unique opportunity for a seasoned engineering leader to make a transformative impact on Narvar's product evolution journey.
• Employees are part of a mission-driven company focused on simplifying the everyday lives of consumers through innovative post-purchase experiences.
• Narvar collaborates with renowned brands and has a global reach, serving over 125 million consumers worldwide.
• The company fosters a culture of innovation and adventure, encouraging teamwork and celebrating professional wins and personal milestones.
• Narvar is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and does not discriminate based on various factors, promoting an inclusive workplace.