Principal Engineer

Summary

Join Formstack, a remote-first company, and work closely with architects to address complex software architecture issues. Translate product requirements into technical solutions, solve complex technical problems, and mentor team members through code and design reviews. Drive CI/CD capabilities and foster a quality-focused engineering culture. Design and develop features for our cloud and data security product. Formstack offers competitive benefits, including health plans, wellness stipends, flexible PTO, 401k matching, and extended learning opportunities. We encourage applications from diverse candidates, even if they don't meet every requirement.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field of study
• Seven (7) years of experience as a Senior Software Developer, Principal Software Developer, Tech Lead, Middle Software Developer, Software Developer, or related role where experience was gained
• Five (5) years of experience in the following:Developing using Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban; SaaS and cloud environments such as AWS and GCP;Multi-tiered architectures, distributed systems, and high-availability systems;ORM using any of the following databases: SQL, Cassandra, or PostgreSQL; and Working on B2B enterprise products

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Architects to address complex software/system architecture issues
• Bridge the gap between high-level architecture and the detailed solutions design input needed to deliver product
• Work closely with product management on understanding requirements and translating into technical solutions
• Jump in and solve complex technical problems and design issues
• Provide mentoring and guidance through code reviews, design reviews, and best practices
• Drive CI/CD capabilities to achieve continuous deployment
• Drive quality mindset throughout engineering practices
• Design and develop product features on our cloud and data security product

Benefits

• Competitive health plans, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance Benefits for US and Canadian full-time employees
• Monthly Health & Wellness and Technology stipends
• Flexible PTO for all employees
• 401k & Roth w/ safe harbor match (the US and Canada)
• The most up-to-date technology, including company-issued Macs, the latest software, and other tools needed to excel at your job
• Extended learning opportunities