Principal Software Engineer (Fintech)

TL;DR

Principal Software Engineer (Fintech): Developing and scaling hirify.global's core monetization backend systems powering virtual currency transactions with an accent on distributed systems, scalability, and economic impact. Focus on leading high-impact projects, defining technical direction, and collaborating cross-functionally to optimize creator revenue.

Location: San Mateo, CA, United States, onsite Tuesday to Thursday with optional presence Monday and Friday

Salary: $293,800–$343,340 USD annually

Company

hirify.global builds a platform enabling billions of users to create and share immersive 3D digital experiences worldwide, focusing on the metaverse and human interaction.

What you will do

• Lead projects with the highest economic impact and visibility in hirify.global's virtual economy platform.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, data scientists, and designers to define requirements and roadmap.
• Drive engineering vision for scalable and cutting-edge backend solutions.
• Develop systems enabling creators to optimize their revenue within hirify.global.
• Recruit and mentor future engineering talent.

Requirements

• Location: Must be based in or near San Mateo, CA, United States, with onsite presence required Tuesday to Thursday.
• 10+ years of experience developing and supporting large-scale, highly available backend systems.
• 3+ years leading large projects with 5+ engineers.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Preferred experience in consumer-facing products, monetization platforms, fintech, or gaming industry.

Culture & Benefits

• Equity compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Flexible onsite schedule with optional remote days.
• Commitment to equal employment opportunity and accommodations for disabilities and religious beliefs.