Principal Engineer, Software

$220k - $330k

Towards AI, Inc.

# Principal Engineer, Software (R5284)## Shield AIPublished 16 Jul 2026### Share this jobSan Diego, CA, USA220K - 330K USD AnnualFull Time## Role Highlights### Languages usedC++GOPythonTypeScriptJavaScriptS3### Key skillsAPIUXCICDCloud InfrastructureSoftware SystemsUnit TestingSolution EngineerFull StackLLMsGenerative AIOperationsRoboticsGamingMiddlewareArchitectureBackendUIOperatorsResearchBrowserStreamingRenderingRoutingMultimodalAudioDataDebuggingGoogle AnalyticsConsole### Tools, Libraries and FrameworksSDKCLIGitDOM DescriptionThe role involves designing and prototyping generative AI experiences to accelerate autonomy development. The individual will collaborate with the Office of the CTO to refine product vision and documentation. Responsibilities include leading user experience design for generative AI initiatives and working with technical leads to enhance mission planning and command systems. The position requires conducting user research to identify user needs and personae. Additionally, the role involves investigating competing products to synthesize findings for leadership.## Required Qualifications and SkillsCandidates must possess at least 15 years of experience in developing large-scale, production-quality software systems. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in React, Node, Typescript, and Javascript, alongside extensive knowledge of full-stack web development. Proficiency in mainstream programming languages and modern software engineering best practices, including unit testing and code management, is mandatory. Additionally, applicants must have hands-on experience with Linux, Docker, CI/CD environments, and major cloud platforms.## ApplyVisit full job listing #J-18808-Ljbffr

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