Senior Principal Software Development Engineer - Remote

Overview

The Senior Principal Software Development Engineer at Zillow will lead technical strategy and architectural coherence across teams to improve the home financing process.

In Short

• Lead technical strategy and architectural coherence.
• Collaborate with Designers, Engineers, Data Scientists, and Researchers.
• Drive impactful outcomes and align with business objectives.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Mentor senior staff and guide technical direction.
• Navigate ambiguity to define clear paths forward.
• Integrate AI into technical strategies.
• Work remotely from any U.S. location.
• Participate in equity awards based on performance.
• Join a culture of innovation at Zillow.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in software development.
• Strong understanding of software design patterns.
• Experience in setting architecture vision and strategy.
• Ability to develop highly available services.
• Strong communication skills across diverse audiences.
• Experience mentoring and guiding engineers.
• Strategic thinker with a customer focus.
• 5+ years of experience with distributed services.
• Ability to influence others positively.
• Passion for improving technical excellence.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Parental leave and family benefits.
• Retirement contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible work-life integration.