Principal Engineer, Api Platform

Arlo Technologies, Inc.

Milpitas, CA, US
Base: usd$215,000-295,000pyear; bonus/equity: incl...
Hybrid
10+ years software engineering experience
Api-first platform design expertise
Distributed systems and microservices
Arlo Technologies is seeking a Principal Engineer for their API Platform to design and develop a next-generation platform API. The role emphasizes creating a seamless developer experience while collaborating with both internal teams and external partners to enhance API usability

Job Summary

  • This role involves defining the foundational architecture of a next-generation Platform API while ensuring seamless integration for internal teams and external partners.
  • The successful candidate will own the API as a product surface, driving developer experience through intuitive resource models, standardized error handling, and comprehensive documentation.
  • Arlo offers a competitive compensation package including base salary between $215,000 and $295,000, along with bonus, equity, and full benefits.

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Arlo Technologies is seeking a Principal Engineer for their API Platform to design and develop a next-generation platform API. The role emphasizes creating a seamless developer experience while collaborating with both internal teams and external partners to enhance API usability.

Salary

Base: USD$215,000-295,000/year; Bonus/Equity: Included in total compensation package; Benefits: Full range of benefits provided

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years software engineering experience
  • API-first platform design expertise
  • Distributed systems and microservices
  • Cloud platform infrastructure (AWS/GCP/Azure)
  • Contract-first development with OpenAPI

Nice-to-have

  • White-label or partner platform experience
  • Domain-driven design knowledge
  • Open-source contributions or technical writing
  • API gateway familiarity (Kong, Apigee)

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years of software engineering experience
  • 5+ years in Staff/Principal equivalent roles
  • Strong focus on developer experience and API usability

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