Principal Software Engineer (Cloud Storage)

TL;DR

Principal Software Engineer (Cloud Storage): Designing and driving the technical direction for complex cloud-native services and SaaS applications with an accent on fault-tolerant, highly scalable architectures across multiple hyper scalers. Focus on building best-in-class storage solutions, optimizing data management/migration systems, and mentoring engineering teams to ensure enterprise-readiness.

Location: Hybrid; Must be based in the United States (Baltimore, MD or Vienna, VA)

Salary: $220,000–$372,000

Company

hirify.global is a leader in intelligent data infrastructure, delivering unified storage and integrated data services across AI and multicloud environments.

What you will do

• Own and drive the architecture and technical direction for complex cloud-native services.
• Contribute directly to the codebase through high-quality design, implementation, and code reviews.
• Solve complex customer problems to develop new intellectual property.
• Coach and mentor engineers through design guidance and pairing to elevate engineering excellence.
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure delivery of customer objectives.

Requirements

• 12+ years of industry experience in software development.
• 5+ years of experience in data management/migration systems and storage platforms.
• 3+ years of expert experience in fault-tolerant, highly scalable cloud architectures (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Proficiency in C, C++, Golang, Node, or Python.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub, Jenkins, and Ansible.
• Must be based in the United States.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working environment designed for connection and collaboration.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health and Life Insurance.
• Retirement or Pension Plans and employee stock purchase plans (RSUs).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and various leave options.
• Performance-based incentives.