Moon
Principal Software Engineer, Foundational Platform
Moon, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Principal Software Engineer, Foundational Platform
Overview: Moon is a stealth SaaS company incubated by Home Organizers, a market leader with decades of success in home organization solutions. Our mission is to transform the entrepreneurial experience and deliver operational excellence for businesses through a unified platform powered by AI agents. We are a growing team of builders committed to pushing boundaries, reimagining the foundations of human work, and shaping tools that power the next generation of business operations. We are seeking an accomplished Principal Software Engineer to shape our Foundational Platform. You will influence architecture, drive platform scalability, and ensure engineering excellence across the stack. You will be hands-on with coding and design, mentor engineers, set standards, and collaborate with product and infrastructure stakeholders to empower the entire company to move faster with confidence. This role requires a high-performance mindset and a commitment to excellence. We are looking for driven individuals who push beyond the status quo, embrace cutting-edge technology, and lead rapid, groundbreaking development to shape the future of business operations. Key Responsibilities:
Lead the architectural design and development of a
cloud-native, microservices-based Foundational Platform , focusing on scalability, security, and developer productivity. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, ideally in
C# and .NET Core , with experience in other backend languages and frameworks. Define and drive adoption of best practices in
microservices design, cloud-native architecture, CI/CD, observability, and infrastructure automation . Collaborate with product engineers, SREs, and other stakeholders to design APIs, frameworks, and tools that empower product teams to deliver features faster and more reliably. Contribute to
front-end components using React
where applicable to build platform-facing interfaces and tools. Mentor and coach engineers at all levels, fostering technical growth and a culture of excellence. Conduct design and code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and adherence to architectural guidelines. Troubleshoot and resolve complex platform-level issues, ensuring stability and performance across services. Stay current with emerging technologies in
cloud computing, distributed systems, microservices, and developer tooling . Contribute to the
technical strategy and long-term roadmap
for the Foundational Platform. Qualifications and Skills:
Extensive experience building and scaling
distributed systems, cloud-native platforms, and microservices architectures . Proven expertise in
C# and .NET Core
(or equivalent experience in another modern backend stack such as Go, Node.js, or Python). Solid understanding of
Microsoft Azure services , including deployment, scaling, and monitoring. Hands-on experience with
Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration . Strong background in
infrastructure as code
(e.g., Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates). Experience with relational and non-relational databases such as
PostgreSQL, CosmosDB, or similar . Familiarity with
front-end development using React . Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to design solutions to complex platform challenges. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working across multiple product teams. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Experience in building internal
platforms or developer enablement frameworks . Background in
observability stacks (Prometheus, OpenTelemetry, ELK, etc.) . Prior work in a
greenfield platform initiative
or significant platform modernization effort. Contributions to open-source infrastructure, microservices frameworks, or developer tooling projects. We recognize and reward our employees for a job well done. We offer growth potential, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan FSA and HSA Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick, Bereavement, and Personal Days Life Insurance 2 Monthly Work From Home Days Company Wide Incentive Program Why Work Here?
We have a unique opportunity to change the business of business, working with the unreal advantage of an alpha customer with over 6000+ employees and 8 various business models to incubate a ground-breaking product. How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter (optional). We will contact you shortly if we decide to move forward with your application. Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join us if innovation and attention to detail drive everything you do. This role is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Product professional eager to make a lasting impact on multiple platforms and grow with an organization at the forefront of transformation. The pay range for this role is: 209,000 - 297,000 USD per year (US High)
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Overview: Moon is a stealth SaaS company incubated by Home Organizers, a market leader with decades of success in home organization solutions. Our mission is to transform the entrepreneurial experience and deliver operational excellence for businesses through a unified platform powered by AI agents. We are a growing team of builders committed to pushing boundaries, reimagining the foundations of human work, and shaping tools that power the next generation of business operations. We are seeking an accomplished Principal Software Engineer to shape our Foundational Platform. You will influence architecture, drive platform scalability, and ensure engineering excellence across the stack. You will be hands-on with coding and design, mentor engineers, set standards, and collaborate with product and infrastructure stakeholders to empower the entire company to move faster with confidence. This role requires a high-performance mindset and a commitment to excellence. We are looking for driven individuals who push beyond the status quo, embrace cutting-edge technology, and lead rapid, groundbreaking development to shape the future of business operations. Key Responsibilities:
Lead the architectural design and development of a
cloud-native, microservices-based Foundational Platform , focusing on scalability, security, and developer productivity. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, ideally in
C# and .NET Core , with experience in other backend languages and frameworks. Define and drive adoption of best practices in
microservices design, cloud-native architecture, CI/CD, observability, and infrastructure automation . Collaborate with product engineers, SREs, and other stakeholders to design APIs, frameworks, and tools that empower product teams to deliver features faster and more reliably. Contribute to
front-end components using React
where applicable to build platform-facing interfaces and tools. Mentor and coach engineers at all levels, fostering technical growth and a culture of excellence. Conduct design and code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and adherence to architectural guidelines. Troubleshoot and resolve complex platform-level issues, ensuring stability and performance across services. Stay current with emerging technologies in
cloud computing, distributed systems, microservices, and developer tooling . Contribute to the
technical strategy and long-term roadmap
for the Foundational Platform. Qualifications and Skills:
Extensive experience building and scaling
distributed systems, cloud-native platforms, and microservices architectures . Proven expertise in
C# and .NET Core
(or equivalent experience in another modern backend stack such as Go, Node.js, or Python). Solid understanding of
Microsoft Azure services , including deployment, scaling, and monitoring. Hands-on experience with
Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration . Strong background in
infrastructure as code
(e.g., Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates). Experience with relational and non-relational databases such as
PostgreSQL, CosmosDB, or similar . Familiarity with
front-end development using React . Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to design solutions to complex platform challenges. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working across multiple product teams. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Experience in building internal
platforms or developer enablement frameworks . Background in
observability stacks (Prometheus, OpenTelemetry, ELK, etc.) . Prior work in a
greenfield platform initiative
or significant platform modernization effort. Contributions to open-source infrastructure, microservices frameworks, or developer tooling projects. We recognize and reward our employees for a job well done. We offer growth potential, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan FSA and HSA Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick, Bereavement, and Personal Days Life Insurance 2 Monthly Work From Home Days Company Wide Incentive Program Why Work Here?
We have a unique opportunity to change the business of business, working with the unreal advantage of an alpha customer with over 6000+ employees and 8 various business models to incubate a ground-breaking product. How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter (optional). We will contact you shortly if we decide to move forward with your application. Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join us if innovation and attention to detail drive everything you do. This role is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Product professional eager to make a lasting impact on multiple platforms and grow with an organization at the forefront of transformation. The pay range for this role is: 209,000 - 297,000 USD per year (US High)
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