Principal Backend Software Engineer

TL;DR

Principal Backend Software Engineer: Leading development of core backend components for a scalable network management platform with an accent on pipeline architecture, performance optimization, and computational scalability. Focus on designing robust data ingestion pipelines, enhancing system efficiency, and mentoring engineering teams.

Location: Santa Clara, CA, USA

Salary: $240,000–$270,000

Company

hirify.global develops a vendor-agnostic digital twin platform for large network management, recognized by Gartner and Fortune.

What you will do

• Architect and develop robust data pipelines to ingest and analyze network device data.
• Optimize scalability and performance of computational processes and core data structures.
• Innovate product features by leveraging network models to provide actionable insights.
• Provide technical leadership through mentoring, code reviews, and best practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration of services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; Masters or Ph.D. preferred.
• 8+ years of full lifecycle software development experience.
• Proven backend development skills in Java, C++, or similar languages.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and systems programming.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, Docker, Kubernetes, and big data technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.