Principal Software Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Principal Software Engineer (AI): Developing and architecting Java microservices for an AI governance platform with an accent on cloud-native design, system scalability, and integration with AI platforms. Focus on driving architectural decisions, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring high-performance code delivery within an agile environment.

Location: San Francisco, California (Office-first culture, 3 days/week in office)

Salary: $163,500–$218,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is an AI-Ready Governance Platform that unifies regulatory intelligence and automation to enable responsible data use and innovation.

What you will do

• Design and develop Java microservices integrated with various AI platforms.
• Drive team discussions on system architecture and component design.
• Conduct peer code reviews to maintain high quality and performance standards.
• Mentor junior developers on technical skills and testing methodologies.
• Collaborate with UX, Product Managers, and cross-functional teams to meet sprint goals.
• Optimize module performance and reduce defects to meet industry standards.

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Extensive expertise in Java/J2EE, Spring MVC, and object-oriented design.
• Hands-on experience with AI platforms such as Amazon SageMaker, Google Vertex, or AWS Bedrock.
• Proficiency in SQL, NoSQL, Kafka, and Elasticsearch.
• Strong understanding of REST, OAuth, and cloud architecture (Azure/AWS/GCP).

Nice to have

• Proficiency in Kubernetes cluster deployment and management.
• Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins.
• Familiarity with Python and Bash scripting.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and retirement account support.
• 14+ weeks of paid parental leave.
• Flexible PTO and annual performance bonus opportunities.
• Equity RSU grants.
• Company-paid privacy certification exam fees.
• Supportive environment focused on physical, mental, and emotional well-being.