Principal Software Engineer

  • $200k-$252k
  • Remote - United States

Remote

Software Development

Principal

Job description

Smartsheet is a tech company with a human story to tell. We’re here to empower teams to manage projects, automate workflows, and rapidly build new secure solutions, using simple no-code tools. We’re revolutionaries – so for us changing the way the world works is all in a day’s work.

The Identity and Access Pillar, within the Platform group at Smartsheet, is responsible for core services like Authentication, User/Group management, Directory Integrations, Authorization/Access management etc. for the entire application. The Principal Engineer for this pillar will have the opportunity to shape the future of some of the most fundamental services at Smartsheet and contribute to making the platform even better for enterprises to use and manage.

Are you a seasoned software engineer who values autonomy and loves influencing the architecture of an enterprise scale SaaS solution? Do you like to build backend and frontend solutions while leveraging the latest tools (including AI) for enhanced productivity? Does the idea of leading a highly impactful tier 1 service team excite you? If this describes you, we want to talk with you!

This full-time position reports to the Sr. Director of Engineering and can be located in our Bellevue, WA office, or you may work remotely from anywhere in the US where Smartsheet is a registered employer.

You Will:

  • Architect major feature enhancements with appropriate delegation to other engineers on the pillar
  • Review and coach team on project designs for design review presentations
  • Create strong partnership with Principal and Distinguished engineers across Smartsheet to ensure propagation of best practices
  • Guide and mentor team members regarding architecture and best practices
  • Analyze feature sets for market effectiveness: promote appropriate feedback and discussions with Product and Design
  • Analyze feature sets for implementation efficiency and performance: facilitates feedback and discussions with Product and Design
  • Partner with engineering leaders, product management, user experience and other essential areas of the business

You Have:

  • 10+ years software development experience building highly scalable, highly available “Tier 1” customer-facing cloud applications
  • 10+ years of programming experience with full stack technologies such Java, Kotlin or TypeScript
  • 2+ years of experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, etc.)
  • Experience developing, documenting, and supporting REST APIs
  • A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent practical experience.
  • Legally eligible to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis

Current US Perks & Benefits:

  • HSA, 100% employer-paid premiums, or Buy-up medical/vision and dental coverage options for full-time employees
  • 401k Match to help you save for your future (50% of your contribution up to the first 6% of your eligible pay)
  • Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity
  • Flexible Time Away Program, plus Sick Time Off
  • US employees are automatically covered under Smartsheet-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans
  • US employees receive 12 paid holidays per year
  • Up to 24 weeks of Parental Leave
  • Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to Udemy online courses
  • Company Funded Perks, including a counseling membership, local retail discounts, and your own personal Smartsheet account
  • Teleworking options from any registered location in the U.S. (role specific)

Smartsheet provides a competitive base salary range for roles that may be hired in different geographic areas we are licensed to operate our business from. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, level of professional, educational experience, skills, and specific candidate location. In addition, this role will be eligible for a market competitive incentive opportunity.

US Base Salary Pay Range

$200,000—$252,500 USD

Get to Know Us:

At Smartsheet, we’ve created a place where everyone is welcome — people from all over the world, all backgrounds, all ages, all colors, and all beliefs working side by side. Here, everyone can make a difference and empower others to do the same. You’re encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn’t precisely match our job description—if your career path has been nontraditional, that will set you apart. At Smartsheet, we empower everyone, everywhere to change the way the world works—join us!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, Australia, Germany, Costa Rica, Japan, Bulgaria, and India. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

If there are preparations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.

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