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Job DescriptionSalary: $190 - $225K
Summary
As a Principal Software Engineer at Fortellar, you will be responsible for owning the technical vision and architecture of innovative AI-forward products and services. This role requires deep expertise in modern AI tools and services, hands-on Large Model (LLM) integrations and/or development (with current top-tier LLMs), and a proven track record in stealth startup environments.
This position also requires senior-level support and guidance of our product services division (architecture, strategy, standards, tools, frameworks), ensuring the technology infrastructure and software development practices support and drive Fortellar's strategic goals. With a deep understanding of both the technical and business sides of the company, you will design and implement architectures that enable a new operating model, leveraging your expertise in CI/CD processes to streamline development with AI-forward strategies.
At the end of the day, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and supporting the overall AI architectural strategy and ecosystem for a new stealth startup focused on addressing core needs in the compliance and security space across multiple industries, ensuring that decisions support the business goals and strategic objectives, enabling organizations to achieve their strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Design and architect scalable, robust, and secure enterprise software solutions.
Lead AI/ML integrations, including building systems with state-of-the-art LLMs such as Anthropic Claude, OpenAI GPT, Google Gemini, Meta Llama, and other LLMs based on strategic needs.
Evaluate, select, and integrate AI frameworks, APIs, and tools tailored to organizational needs (e.g., Code Assistants, Agentic workflows, RAG Architecture, MCP).
Oversee and coach teams through the full software development lifecycle from ideation to deployment.
Ensure architectural integrity and adherence to industry best practices for cloud, security, and data privacy.
Collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, and business leaders to align technical solutions with strategic goals.
Leverage experience gained in stealth startups to operate efficiently in high-pressure, low-profile, and fast-paced environments.
Drive innovation while maintaining quality, reliability, and performance expectations.
Experience & Education
Education: Masters or Bachelors degree in computer science, information systems, or another relevant field plus combined equivalent of on-the-job experience.
10+ years of industry-relevant software engineering and enterprise architecture design experience, leading the implementation of new systems and technologies ensuring they meet organizational needs.
Proven leadership in stealth startups: comfortable operating under secrecy, minimizing public exposure, and delivering innovative solutions under resource and information constraints.
Expertise in AI/ML: Familiarity with deploying and fine-tuning leading LLMs (see above) and integration of modern AI services.
Strong hands-on knowledge of multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, .NET, Go, Ruby, R, C#) and frameworks.
Deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices, cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Experience with cloud AI services, MLOps pipelines, and scalable data infrastructure.
Knowledge of security best practices, DevOps, and automation.
Demonstrated ability to write and review complex code, conduct code reviews, and maintain high quality standards.
Experience leading and deploying enterprise architecture frameworks that drive organizational transformation and scalability.
Experience integrating AI & automation into architecture foundations and roadmaps.
Ability to work closely with business leaders to align IT strategy with overall business goals.
Designed solutions supporting new business operating models with modern technologies.
Experience with serverless, containerized, and orchestration technologies.
Leading and participating in digital modernization transformations.
Implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines for seamless software development.
Mentoring junior architects and developers.
Communication skills:
Master in translating technical concepts to diverse stakeholders and turning stressful situations into clarity and understanding. Interview Process Three rounds with technical leaders, product and operations executives, and Fortellar Co-Founder. Includes a technical and soft skills discussion and a collaborative architecture/pseudo-code exercise. About Fortellar We are a boutique IT consulting and managed services organization supporting mid to enterprise-level organizations. Our team is adaptable, collaborative, and committed to client success and growth. Keys to Success at Fortellar Collaboration: Excellence in remote teamwork. Growth Mindset: Continuous learning and development. Client Success: Meeting and exceeding client goals. Humanity First: Honesty, transparency, and respect. Entrepreneurial Spirit: Problem-solving and resourcefulness. Work Environment Remote work with up to 10% travel within the USA. Must be available 8 am - 6 pm US Central Time. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Master in translating technical concepts to diverse stakeholders and turning stressful situations into clarity and understanding. Interview Process Three rounds with technical leaders, product and operations executives, and Fortellar Co-Founder. Includes a technical and soft skills discussion and a collaborative architecture/pseudo-code exercise. About Fortellar We are a boutique IT consulting and managed services organization supporting mid to enterprise-level organizations. Our team is adaptable, collaborative, and committed to client success and growth. Keys to Success at Fortellar Collaboration: Excellence in remote teamwork. Growth Mindset: Continuous learning and development. Client Success: Meeting and exceeding client goals. Humanity First: Honesty, transparency, and respect. Entrepreneurial Spirit: Problem-solving and resourcefulness. Work Environment Remote work with up to 10% travel within the USA. Must be available 8 am - 6 pm US Central Time. #J-18808-Ljbffr