Principal Software Development Engineer (DevOps)

TL;DR

Principal Software Development Engineer (DevOps): Building and enhancing Pipeline-as-a-Service platforms for large-scale automotive marketplace systems with an accent on CI/CD efficiency, ephemeral environments, and developer experience. Focus on scaling infrastructure, managing complex distributed systems, and automating governance for high-quality software delivery.

Location: Hybrid model (requires proximity to office, based in the United States)

Salary: $168,000 – $210,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is a leading, profitable automotive marketplace focused on bringing trust and transparency to the car-shopping journey through innovation.

What you will do

• Develop and enhance Pipeline-as-a-Service using Go and Java.
• Build and scale ephemeral, hermetic infrastructure for development environments.
• Scale CI/CD infrastructure to meet evolving business demands.
• Manage governance strategies ensuring environmental parity and code quality.
• Translate complex technical concepts for both engineering and business stakeholders.

Requirements

• 8+ years as a professional Software Engineer, including 3+ years in a technical lead or principal role.
• Proficiency in Golang, Java, or similar languages.
• Experience with CI/CD tooling, containerization, and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of configuration management for distributed systems across environments.
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience leveraging AI tools such as Cursor or Windsurf for development efficiency.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including equity for all employees.
• Flexible hybrid work model supporting work-life balance.
• Robust time-off policies and career development programs.
• Perks including daily free lunch, commuting cost coverage, and wellness apps.
• Inclusive, people-first culture with active employee resource groups.