Principal, Software Development Engineer

i-monster.de

Pleasanton, CA, USA
Primary location base pyy range: $206,400 usd - $3...
Fully remote with a flexible work schedule allowing for at least 50% in-office time quarterly.
Ai-native infrastructure tools
Distributed systems
Ai/ml analytics in production
i-monster.de is seeking a Principal Software Development Engineer in Pleasanton, CA, for a fully remote role focused on AI-native infrastructure tools and automation frameworks. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in software engineering, particularly with distributed systems, and will play a key role in transforming their infrastructure from human-led to AI-led solutions

Job Summary

  • Lead the creation of frameworks that utilize AI and ML-driven telemetry to automate infrastructure.
  • Champion an "API-first" approach and guide cross-functional teams in adopting modern software patterns like IaC, microservices, and use of MCP.
  • Grow the technical bar by mentoring experienced staff and other principal engineers.

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i-monster.de is seeking a Principal Software Development Engineer in Pleasanton, CA, for a fully remote role focused on AI-native infrastructure tools and automation frameworks. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in software engineering, particularly with distributed systems, and will play a key role in transforming their infrastructure from human-led to AI-led solutions.

Salary

Primary Location Base Pay Range: $206,400 USD - $309,600 USD; Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $173,300 USD - $309,600 USD; Bonus/Equity: Role may be eligible for Workday Bonus Plan or commission/bonus, and annual refresh stock grants

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • AI-native infrastructure tools
  • distributed systems
  • AI/ML analytics in production
  • IaaS, PaaS, IaC, container orchestration
  • API-first approach
  • monitoring strategy for AI-led operations

Nice-to-have

  • sun-drenched optimism and drive
  • courageous collaborators
  • people manager experience
  • bold ideas and genuine care

Key Requirements

  • Extensive professional software engineering experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
  • Deep experience in large-scale platform architecture
  • Strong technical background in automation

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