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Principal Software Engineer (Remote)

8th Light
Location
United States
Posted
6 days ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$151,535-$189,418
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 10+ years of experience in software engineering and consulting
  • Expertise in building and shipping production-grade platforms
  • Experience with AI and agentic systems from prototype to production
  • Strong understanding of infrastructure, authentication, and observability
  • Ability to deliver high-stakes consulting engagements across multiple languages and frameworks
  • Experience in leading modernization and replatforming efforts
Nice to have
  • Experience in platform engineering and building internal developer platforms
  • Data engineering experience, particularly with platforms like Databricks
  • Experience delivering production agentic systems and RAG pipelines
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps, DevOps, and MLOps
  • Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code
What the job really is

As a Principal Software Engineer at 8th Light, you will lead platform engineering efforts for various clients, focusing on building scalable solutions and guiding teams through complex technical challenges. You will leverage your extensive experience to advise on architecture and platform evolution, while also mentoring client teams and driving innovation in AI and software delivery. Your role will involve collaborating with stakeholders to ensure alignment between technical decisions and business outcomes, all within a remote-first environment.

Benefits
  • Robust learning and development program with unlimited access to courses
  • Annual financial stipend and time for learning and development
  • Coworking support for remote teams
  • Flexible PTO
  • 12 weeks of new parent leave for eligible employees
Things to weigh
  • Remote-first culture with strong emphasis on collaboration
  • Compensation ranges vary significantly by geographic location
  • No travel required for most consulting engagements
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