Principal Software Engineer at OpenGov

📋 Description

• Architect APIs and services powering OpenGov's data platform at scale.
• Enable AI-powered product experiences and AI-assisted workflows.
• Define technical strategy for AI integration across products.
• Lead end-to-end feature delivery from design to production.
• Identify bottlenecks and architectural choices for scale.
• Mentor engineers to foster AI fluency across teams.

🎯 Requirements

• 10+ years building production software with end-to-end ownership.
• Distributed systems, API design, and cloud infra (AWS, Kubernetes, Docker).
• React/TypeScript, Node.js, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis.
• Led technical direction across multiple teams without formal authority.
• Hands-on AI-powered features: agents, AI-driven UX, workflows.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools (Claude Code, Copilot, Cursor).

🎁 Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families.
• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches.