Principal Software Engineer, Backend

Responsibilities Oversee all aspects of the architecture for World App backend and strive to simplify our developer experience. Build and ship mission‑critical products across different World App product teams. You will be in the trenches contributing code to the App. Function as key strategic leader for the engineering organization as a whole. You will drive best practices and help build a world‑class culture for our team. Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders across the organization, including Marketing, Operations, Risk, Data Science, and other Engineering organizations within the company. Qualifications Hands‑on software engineering leader with a proven track record of building backend systems for top consumer mobile products with millions of daily active users. Self‑driven with the ability to set the strategic direction in a highly ambiguous environment. Excellent communicator with the ability to influence others in relation to a large range of technical and business decisions. Confident leader with a strong bias for action. Willing to take risks and make significant bets when needed. Experience with Typescript and/or Rust is preferred. Experience with the AWS stack is preferred. Curious and passionate about programmable blockchains and their role in the future of finance, privacy, and digital identity. Benefits Competitive salary ranging from $261,000 to $300,000, plus a competitive long‑term incentive package. Includes comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with match, life insurance, flexible time off, commuter benefits, and professional development stipend. #J-18808-Ljbffr