Principal Backend Software Engineer - Remote

Overview

As a Principal Software Engineer specializing in Backend Engineering at Trase Systems, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining our backend services and cloud infrastructure, contributing to the mission of building AI solutions for the future.

In Short

• Define and own the long-term technical vision and architectural roadmap.
• Drive the selection and governance of foundational technologies.
• Establish and enforce engineering-wide best practices.
• Mentor senior engineers and tech leads.
• Lead hands-on by prototyping solutions.
• Translate ambiguous business needs into clear technical strategies.
• Communicate complex architectural decisions to stakeholders.

Requirements

• 10-15+ years of experience designing and operating large-scale platforms.
• Proven experience as a Principal/Staff Engineer or Senior Architect.
• Proficiency in Python, Go, or Typescript.
• Expertise in cloud architecture and containerization.
• Deep knowledge of scalable architectures and API design.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Significant plus: Experience with ML Ops infrastructure.
• BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health care for you and your family.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave for 14 weeks.
• Unlimited PTO with management approval.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Optional 401K, FSA, and equity incentives.
• Mental health benefits available.