Principal Engineer (Software)

About this role

• We are seeking a Principal Engineer Software to lead the technical evolution of our Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) platform
• This is a role for a deeply technical, hands-on engineer who thrives on solving the “hard problems” and setting the pace for the team. You will be a primary driver of our codebase, delivering high-impact features while ensuring our architecture remains secure, observable, and performant
• As a senior technical presence, you will naturally uplevel the engineers around you by demonstrating engineering excellence in practice—shaping the platform through superior code, insightful design reviews, and the practical application of engineering standards
• Drive End-to-End Initiatives: Lead technical initiatives across Identity Governance & Administration (IGA), from problem discovery and design through implementation, rollout, and long-term ownership
• Execute with Autonomy: Operate with a high degree of autonomy, translating ambiguous business and product problems into well-designed technical solutions
• Define and Govern Standards: Establish engineering benchmarks to enhance the testability, observability, and performance of all technical solutions
• Architect Complex Systems: Design cross-functional architectures that effectively balance product requirements with rigorous security constraints
• Mentor and Uplevel Teams: Lead design reviews and architecture discussions while coaching engineers on implementation, testing, and security best practices
• Drive Strategic Alignment: Build trust through clear communication and lightweight RFCs, collaborating with product partners to influence outcomes without formal authority
• You will be a cornerstone of the technical foundation and engineering culture behind our flagship IGA experience
• By leading from the codebase, you will transform ambitious product visions into high-performance, secure realities that our customers trust
• Your influence will be felt through the durability of the syst...