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Principal Engineer

NinetyNew York, NYJune 6th, 2026
www.ninety.io | RemoteAt Ninety, we help people build extraordinarily productive, humane, and resilient organizations. Ninety is an innovative learning, support, and technology SaaS platform that simplifies the hard work of creating focused, aligned, and thriving teams. Our integrated collection of time-tested business building and awareness tools, along with industry-leading educational materials, not only simplifies the hard work associated with building great organizations but also organizes, stores, and makes all the associated information easily accessible. We believe work shouldn't suck, and for 200,000 users and counting, it doesn't.As Ninety continues to experience exceptional growth, we are looking to bring on a Principal Engineer who will lead the development of our products and who will report to an Engineering Lead. As a Principal Engineer, you will be a strategic technical leader responsible for shaping the architecture and long-term vision of our SaaS operations and distributed systems. You will drive critical projects, influence engineering culture, and ensure the delivery of robust and scalable software solutions on a daily basis.To be successful in this role, you must have:Growth mindsetStrong balance between perfection and pragmatismTeam based orientationResponsibilitiesDefine and drive the technical strategy and architecture for SaaS operations and distributed systemsLead the development and implementation of innovative solutions to complex technical challengesCollaborate with senior leadership to align technical initiatives with business goalsMentor and coach engineering teams to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvementConduct high-level code and architecture reviews to ensure adherence to best practicesStay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to inform strategic decisionsWhat Success Looks LikeDeliver market-aligned outcomesBuild testable, observable, and independently deployable codePreferred QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field8+ years of experience in software development, with extensive experience in SaaS operations and distributed systemsDeep expertise in designing and building scalable, distributed systemsProven leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive technical directionStrong proficiency in multiple programming languages and cloud platformsExceptional problem-solving skills and strategic thinkingAbout Us as an EmployerWe believe in Work From Anywhere, giving our employees the freedom and flexibility to work from wherever they need to live their best life.As-needed vacation. Don't worry about punching the clock or losing days.Health and Dental insurance with employer contribution toward premiumsEmployer Paid Life insurance and Long Term Disability CoverageHSA, FSA, and DCFSA accounts availableProductivity/Wellness allowanceGenerous Paid Parental LeaveProfessional development allowanceTechnology allowanceCompany gatherings with travel allowancePowered by JazzHR#J-18808-Ljbffr