Principal Software Engineer, Backend

Tech Stack

Solid badges = required, outlined = preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and design of high-scale, low-latency applications core to Headspace’s business.
• Define long-term technical strategies and implementation paths for complex systems.
• Write high-quality, performant, and testable code, primarily in Typescript and Python, setting standards for craftsmanship.
• Mentor and elevate engineers across levels, promoting inclusive and empowering team dynamics.
• Drive operational excellence by developing resilient systems, implementing observability, and guiding production support practices.

Soft Skills

Benefits

• 401k
• Equity
• Flexible PTO
• Health Insurance
• Mental Health
• Parental Leave

Culture

Requirements