Principal Software Engineer, Database Platform

For our client, we are seeking a Principal Software Engineer, Database Platform to join the team of a leader in the Telecommunications & Hardware space.

This role will shape the technical direction of a core database platform that supports scalable, reliable data operations across the organization. You will lead architecture decisions around PostgreSQL, multi-tenant data design, and safe schema evolution while helping the team build for performance and long-term maintainability. The position partners closely with engineering peers and cross-functional stakeholders to define data contracts, improve database standards, and strengthen the overall quality of the platform.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $255,000 – $290,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the technical roadmap for the database platform
• Own complex database architecture decisions, including schema design and scalability approaches
• Serve as the PostgreSQL expert, optimizing queries and ensuring best practices are followed
• Architect and evolve the graph-based asset model for data relationships
• Oversee schema design review processes to ensure safe and reversible migrations
• Mentor engineers through code and design reviews, raising the team's technical capabilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish data contracts and performance standards

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in database architecture and engineering, particularly with PostgreSQL
• Proven expertise in multi-tenant database design and schema migration at scale
• Strong programming skills in Go or Python, with the ability to write production-level code
• Familiarity with graph data models and databases, as well as advanced indexing techniques
• Experience in driving database standards and mentoring engineers without direct authority

Benefits

• Inclusive team culture that values diversity and promotes growth
• Numerous career development opportunities within a dynamic environment
• Collaborative and innovative work culture that encourages creativity
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid options
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance for employees and their families

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.