Principal Software Engineer architects scalable distributed systems for FloQast's accounting platform, leads technical strategy, mentors engineers, and partners cross-functionally. Requires 15+ years experience with Go, Node.js, MongoDB, and AWS.
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Hybrid15+ YOEBackend Engineering
About the role
What You'll Do
Architecting the Future: Design and deliver core platform capabilities powering next-generation FloQast applications. Own the big picture, ensuring distributed systems are scalable, resilient, and elegant.
Technical Strategy & Excellence: Lead high-level design discussions resolving complex trade-offs. Establish rigorous engineering best practices to raise technical standards.
Cross-Functional Partnership: Bridge between technical possibilities and business needs, partnering with Product and Design to translate goals into executable roadmaps.
Multiplier of Talent: Mentor senior engineers, fostering technical curiosity and high-performance execution.
What You'll Bring
15+ years of experience shipping complex, enterprise-grade software.
Expert in modern backend stacks: Go, Node.js, MongoDB, AWS. Think in APIs, platform-first design, secure SaaS architectures.
Strong product intuition focused on business impact and customer pain points.
Ability to turn ideas into production reality through influence and clarity.
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