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Principal Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups
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SignalFire This range is provided by SignalFire. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$170,000.00/yr - $270,000.00/yr Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Principal Software Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups
At
SignalFire , we partner with
top early-stage startups
that are shaping the future of technology. Our portfolio spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.
We’re looking to connect with exceptional
Principal Front-End, Back-End, and Full-Stack Engineers
who are excited about
driving technical strategy, shaping architecture, and building scalable full-stack applications
at high-growth startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into
exclusive early-stage opportunities
that may not be publicly listed.
This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring AI/ML talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.
Who Should Join?
We’re looking for engineers who are:
Passionate about
architecting scalable, high-performance full-stack applications
Excited to
lead technical decision-making and mentor engineering teams
Experienced in
designing end-to-end systems, from modern front-end UIs to robust back-end services
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Define and drive technical architecture, best practices, and full-stack development strategy Design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performance applications across the front-end and back-end Develop APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions to support large-scale applications Optimize performance, security, and reliability across the application stack Work closely with founders, product managers, and engineering teams to align business and technology goals Establish and lead code review, testing, and deployment best practices Mentor and guide senior engineers, fostering a strong engineering culture
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many
principal full-stack engineering
roles in our network look for:
8+ years of experience in full-stack development, with a strong record of technical leadership Expertise in front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte) and back-end frameworks (Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI) Strong experience with databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis) Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with distributed systems, high-availability architectures, and event-driven designs Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Go, or Java Strong background in CI/CD, DevOps, and infrastructure-as-code tools Experience in mentoring engineers and leading large-scale technical projects
Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte, Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS), GCP (App Engine, Firestore), Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions Other Tools: GraphQL, REST APIs, WebSockets, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem. We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates. If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly. No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future full-stack engineering roles in our portfolio.
Compensation Range: $170K - $270K
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Join to apply for the
Principal Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups
role at
SignalFire Principal Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups
1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Principal Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups
role at
SignalFire This range is provided by SignalFire. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$170,000.00/yr - $270,000.00/yr Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Principal Software Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups
At
SignalFire , we partner with
top early-stage startups
that are shaping the future of technology. Our portfolio spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.
We’re looking to connect with exceptional
Principal Front-End, Back-End, and Full-Stack Engineers
who are excited about
driving technical strategy, shaping architecture, and building scalable full-stack applications
at high-growth startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into
exclusive early-stage opportunities
that may not be publicly listed.
This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring AI/ML talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.
Who Should Join?
We’re looking for engineers who are:
Passionate about
architecting scalable, high-performance full-stack applications
Excited to
lead technical decision-making and mentor engineering teams
Experienced in
designing end-to-end systems, from modern front-end UIs to robust back-end services
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Define and drive technical architecture, best practices, and full-stack development strategy Design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performance applications across the front-end and back-end Develop APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions to support large-scale applications Optimize performance, security, and reliability across the application stack Work closely with founders, product managers, and engineering teams to align business and technology goals Establish and lead code review, testing, and deployment best practices Mentor and guide senior engineers, fostering a strong engineering culture
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many
principal full-stack engineering
roles in our network look for:
8+ years of experience in full-stack development, with a strong record of technical leadership Expertise in front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte) and back-end frameworks (Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI) Strong experience with databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis) Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with distributed systems, high-availability architectures, and event-driven designs Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Go, or Java Strong background in CI/CD, DevOps, and infrastructure-as-code tools Experience in mentoring engineers and leading large-scale technical projects
Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte, Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS), GCP (App Engine, Firestore), Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions Other Tools: GraphQL, REST APIs, WebSockets, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem. We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates. If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly. No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future full-stack engineering roles in our portfolio.
Compensation Range: $170K - $270K
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SignalFire by 2x Get notified about new Principal Software Engineer jobs in
New York, NY . New York, NY $100,000.00-$200,000.00 1 year ago New York, NY $90,000.00-$140,000.00 11 months ago Brooklyn, NY $150,000.00-$200,000.00 1 week ago Want to work with us, but don't see the right job listed?
New York, NY $150,000.00-$200,000.00 3 months ago New York, NY $170,000.00-$250,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $140,000.00-$200,000.00 3 months ago Software Engineer, Search Infrastructure
New York, NY $220,000.00-$260,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $150,000.00-$200,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $120,000.00-$180,000.00 2 months ago Jr. Software Development Engineer - New York, NY
New York, NY $175,000.00-$250,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $140,000.00-$170,000.00 1 month ago 2025 University Graduate - Software Engineer
New York, NY $150,000.00-$180,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $145,000.00-$165,000.00 5 days ago New York, NY $56.25-$173,000.00 6 days ago New York, NY $140,000.00-$185,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $100,000.00-$200,000.00 1 year ago New York, NY $140,000.00-$170,000.00 1 day ago New York, NY $165,000.00-$165,000.00 1 year ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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