Principal Software Engineer, Full Stack

Company: Open Ledger, Inc.
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: May 29, 2025

Job Description:

At Open Ledger, we're reshaping the future of financial data integration! Our dynamic platform unifies financial data from diverse sources, empowering businesses with real-time insights. By integrating seamlessly with tools like Plaid, Stripe, and QuickBooks, we help companies make smarter, faster decisions. Join us in driving innovation in the FinTech space!We're looking for a Principal Software Engineer, Full Stack with a passion for solving complex problems, owning architecture decisions, and building resilient, scalable systems. You'll play a critical role in leading initiatives, mentoring engineers, and crafting high-performance software that powers modern financial operations.
What You'll Do:--- Architect, design, and develop scalable web applications and APIs that handle large-scale financial data integrations.
Collaborate cross-functionally with product, design, and fellow engineers to shape and deliver impactful features.
Optimize systems for speed, scalability, and reliability across the stack.
Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code using modern full stack frameworks and tools.
Lead technical exploration, evaluate new tools and frameworks, and champion engineering best practices.
--- Embed security and compliance standards into all layers of the application stack.
Mentor engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and growth.What We're Looking For: 8+ years of hands-on experience in full stack software development.
Expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Node.js, and RESTful APIs.
Strong knowledge of databases (SQL/NoSQL), cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure), and modern DevOps practices (CI/CD, monitoring, etc.).
Solid understanding of system architecture, design patterns, and scalable application development.
Experience implementing security best practices and managing sensitive data.
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Bonus Points If You Have: FinTech or financial data experience (e.g., integrations with Plaid, QuickBooks, etc.)
Familiarity with serverless architectures, event-driven design, and microservices
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform)
Prior leadership in technical planning or team/project mentorship
Why You'll Love Working with Us: Make an Impact: Build systems that redefine how companies manage and act on financial data.
Innovate Freely: Be part of a fast-moving, idea-driven culture that values creativity and experimentation.
Lead & Grow: Leverage your expertise while continuing to grow in a senior engineering role.
Flexible Work: Enjoy flexible hours and generous time off.
Competitive Compensation: Strong salary, equity potential, and performance-based bonuses.
Thriving Industry: Join a mission-driven team building in the fast-growing FinTech space.Ready to join us?Submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting why you're the perfect fit. We can't wait to hear from you!
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