Principal Software Engineer

Roberts Recruiting • Waltham, MA

12d

About The Position

We're a cutting-edge FinTech startup revolutionizing the financial world with our advanced SaaS tools. Our mission is to transform risk assessment in financial decision-making, making it smarter, faster, and more efficient for institutions globally. We are seeking a visionary Principal Engineer who's ready to lead the charge in software innovation within the FinTech space. We're seeking a seasoned expert who's not just looking for a job, but is passionate about shaping the future of finance through scalable and innovative technology. If you're a thought leader with a proven track record in system architecture, have a deep understanding of financial systems, and get excited by building cutting-edge solutions, you might be the game-changer we're looking for!

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software development with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in Golang, Python, React, and TypeScript, or similar languages, with a solid understanding of microservices architecture and cloud-native development.
• Experience delivering complex software projects in a corporate environment, preferably in FinTech or a related industry.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with experience managing and mentoring engineering teams to successfully deliver on product roadmaps.
• Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical concepts into actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a history of driving strategic initiatives and influencing product development and direction.

Nice To Haves

• Strong background in financial systems, risk assessment, and ensuring regulatory compliance within the financial or similar sectors a plus.

Responsibilities

• Architect and build cutting-edge software solutions using Go (Golang), Python, React, and TypeScript.
• Collaborate with C-level executives, product leaders, and the head of engineering to define our technical strategy and roadmap.
• Ensure our systems are robust, scalable, and compliant with industry regulations.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing engineering team through the process of implementing end-to-end solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to keep us at the forefront of technology in FinTech.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal