Principal Software Engineer - Remote

We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer with 7 - 8 years of experience to lead the design and development of scalable full-stack products, mentor engineers, and drive technical excellence using modern AI-powered development practices.Company DetailsSARAL is an InfluencerOS that helps eCommerce brands discover creators, automate outreach, manage influencer relationships, and measure campaign performance from a single platform. The company builds SaaS products for global brands with a strong focus on simplicity and execution. Website: https://getsaral.com/

Requirements

7 - 8 years of software engineering experience.Must be currently working in a product-based company.Experience in a B2B SaaS company is strongly preferred.Strong hands-on experience in both frontend and backend development.Proficiency in React.js, Node.js, and Python.Experience designing and building scalable web applications.Strong understanding of system design, APIs, databases, and cloud infrastructure.Hands-on experience using AI-powered developer tools such as Cursor, Claude, GitHub Copilot, or similar.Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams.Proven ability to manage stakeholder expectations and collaborate across Product, Design, and Business teams.Strong ownership, problem-solving, and communication skills.Startup experience is preferred.ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain scalable full-stack applications.Lead architecture, technical design, and engineering best practices.Develop modern frontend applications using React.js.Build scalable backend services using Node.js and Python.Drive adoption of AI-assisted development to improve engineering productivity.Mentor and guide engineers through code reviews, technical discussions, and career development.Collaborate closely with Product, Design, and Business teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.Manage technical priorities, stakeholder expectations, and project delivery.Continuously improve application performance, reliability, and scalability.Job DetailsJob Setup: RemoteInterview ProcessRecruiter ScreeningHiring Manager DiscussionTechnical AssessmentSystem Design InterviewLeadership & Stakeholder InterviewFounder InterviewImportant NoteClanX is a recruitment partner, helping SARAL hire a Principal Software Engineer.HighlightsLead engineering for a fast-growing B2B SaaS platform, build AI-first full-stack products, mentor a high-performing team, and influence technical strategy.Originally posted on Himalayas