Principal Software Engineer - Banking and Money Movement - Remote

Overview

Marqeta is looking for a talented Principal Software Engineer to independently identify and deliver software solutions on our Banking and Money Movement Team through a set of milestones spanning a specific product focus or a multi-component system. You will own and deliver projects in service of quarterly goals on the team and independently identify solutions to ambiguous, open-ended problems. This is a highly strategic role that combines deep technical expertise with leadership and influence across the entire engineering organization.

In Short

• Define and drive the architecture of mission-critical systems.
• Lead large-scale, cross-functional initiatives.
• Serve as a technical advisor to senior leadership.
• Raise the technical bar across the organization.
• Partner with engineering managers and product leaders.
• Conduct technical deep-dives into system architecture.
• Represent engineering in key cross-functional forums.
• Drive innovation across teams.
• Mentor engineers at all levels.
• Promote clean code and sustainable development practices.

Requirements

• 10+ years of hands-on software engineering experience.
• 3+ years experience with payments or the FinTech space.
• Strong experience across multiple technology stacks.
• Demonstrated ability to drive architectural decisions.
• Proven leadership in complex initiatives.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Experience shaping technical strategy.
• Adept at solving ambiguous problems.
• A passion for system reliability and security.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements in finance.

Benefits

• Multiple health insurance options.
• Flexible time off – take what you need.
• Retirement savings program with company contribution.
• Equity in a publicly-traded company.
• Family-forming benefits and parental leave.
• Free therapy sessions and financial coaching.
• Monthly stipend to support remote work.
• Annual development dollars for growth.