{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"112b6c0be13c7b10d4f744b9","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/112b6c0be13c7b10d4f744b9","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/112b6c0be13c7b10d4f744b9","title":"Principal Software Engineer, Full-stack","description":"Location\nRemote\nEmployment Type\nFull time\nLocation Type\nRemote\nDepartment\nEngineering\nCompensation\n$215K – $265K • Offers Equity\nBenefits\nRemote work, flex time, and unlimited PTO\nHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance\n401k\nParental leave\nCompany summit trips, at least once a year\n$1,000/year budget for home office improvements\n\nOverview\nApplication\nAbout Onebrief\nOnebrief is collaboration and AI-powered workflow software designed specifically for military staffs. By transforming this work, Onebrief makes the staff as a whole superhuman - meaning faster, smarter, and more efficient.\nWe take ownership, seek excellence, and play to win with the seriousness and camaraderie of an Olympic team. Onebrief operates as an all-remote company, though many of our employees work alongside our customers at military commands around the world.\nFounded in 2019 by a group of experienced planners, today, Onebrief’s team spans veterans from all forces and global organizations, and technologists from leading-edge software companies. We’ve raised $123m+ from top-tier investors, including Battery Ventures, General Catalyst, Insight Partners, and Human Capital, and today, Onebrief is valued at $1.1B. With this continued growth, Onebrief is able to make an impact where it matters most.\nAbout the role\nWe're hiring a Principal Engineer to lead cross-cutting, high-leverage initiatives; the kind that span multiple teams and shape how we scale. You’ll define bets, align stakeholders, and drive technical strategy beyond your own code.\nThis is the most senior IC role within Engineering. You’ll partner with Eng Managers, PMs, and Staff+ engineers to architect systems that multiply team effectiveness. Your judgment will guide company-level tradeoffs. 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