Principal Software Engineer

A Principal Software Engineer leads and supports complex software initiatives, driving high-level technical decisions and providing guidance throughout the software development lifecycle. You will leverage deep technical expertise to shape architectural design, evolve engineering practices, and mentor other engineers to foster technical excellence. This role involves improving development processes, influencing strategic technology decisions, and collaborating closely with cross-functional stakeholders like product and delivery managers. As a senior specialist, you will be responsible for leading and inspiring teams, making critical architectural decisions, and ensuring the successful delivery of complex software projects. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Typically 15+ years of professional software development experience. Proficiency in multiple programming languages and technologies, with a strong Haskell background (10+ years) a nd familiarity with its ecosystem (e.g., lenses, Template-Haskell, CBOR, GHC Generics, STM, mtl, SOP). A deep understanding of blockchain technology and experience maintaining large, complex distributed systems. Experience translating scientific research into software products. Experience maintaining large codebases (open-source contributions are preferred but not required). Regarding time zones, we’re looking for someone who can start their shift between UTC -8 and UTC -10, as we’re planning to run 24/7 development. It would also be ideal if the candidate is open to working one weekend per month. This would be scheduled in advance and compensated additionally. Skills & Competencies Strategic Execution: Ability to align technical initiatives with business objectives and manage timelines, resources, and deliverables. Leadership & Collaboration: Strong leadership and mentorship abilities, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion. Process Definition & Oversight: T he ability to establish and oversee coding, deployment, and CI/CD processes to maximize efficiency and quality. Standardization: Develop and enforce coding and deployment standards, leading the adoption of industry best practices for version control and code reviews. Cross-Organizational Influence: Serve as a technical liaison between teams and influence company-wide technical direction. - Software Architecture & Design: Expertise in designing complex, scalable, and maintainable software systems with a focus on performance and security. Security Best Practices: Knowledge of secure coding, cryptographic methods, and implementing security measures. Testing & Quality Assurance: Familiarity with automated testing tools (e.g., QuickCheck, Hedgehog) and continuous integration. Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving, debugging skills, and the ability to troubleshoot production issues. How to Apply: Please apply if you think you would be suitable for this role. We look forward to your application and the opportunity to welcome you to our team. Due to the high volume of applications we anticipate, we regret that we are unable to provide individual feedback to all candidates. If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. We genuinely appreciate your interest and wish you the best in your job search. Commitment to Equality and Accessibility: At MLabs, we are committed to offer equal opportunities to all candidates. We ensure no discrimination, accessible job adverts, and providing information in accessible formats. Our goal is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace with equal opportunities for all. If you need any reasonable adjustments during any part of the hiring process or you would like to see the job-advert in an accessible format please let us know at the earliest opportunity by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. MLabs Ltd collects and processes the personal information you provide such as your contact details, work history, resume, and other relevant data for recruitment purposes only. This information is managed securely in accordance with MLabs Ltd’s Privacy Policy and Information Security Policy, and in compliance with applicable data protection laws. Your data may be shared only with clients and trusted partners where necessary for recruitment purposes. You may request the deletion of your data or withdraw your consent at any time by contacting View email address on click.appcast.io.