Principal Software Engineer – Technical Leadership OpportunityWe're seeking a seasonedPrincipal Software Engineerto lead the design, implementation, and governance of core platform capabilities (e.g., APIs, Billing, Settlement) in a high-growth, merchant-first technology company. This is ahands-on technical leadership rolewith a direct impact on platform evolution and engineering best practices.About the RoleLead technical design and development within key platform areas.Shape and evolve engineering standards and architectural direction.Provide cross-team technical guidance, coaching, and governance.Contribute to strategic planning, roadmap execution, and technical documentation.Actively participate in coding (up to 50% of the time).Collaborate with product, engineering, and leadership teams to deliver scalable, real-world solutions.What We ValueSmall teams, big impact – lean processes, real ownership.Continuous growth – innovate, experiment, and learn.Real-world impact – solve meaningful challenges for our customers.What You'll Need10+ years in software engineering and architecture.Strong experience in .NET, Java, or similar backend languages.Deep understanding of SaaS, APIs, and scalable service design.Familiarity with modern web and database technologies (e.g., JavaScript, SQL, messaging systems).Payments or fintech experience is a strong plus.Proven leadership in driving technology strategy and mentoring teams.Excellent communication skills and comfort working in fast-paced environments.