Principal Software Engineer - Payroll
$214,000 – $309,000 USD
Tech Stack
Solid badges = required, outlined = preferred
Responsibilities
- Architect, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient backend systems for Gusto’s Payroll products.
- Function as a Technical Lead across multiple teams in Pay Group, ensuring engineers are unblocked and deliver high-quality work.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Product Management, Design, Data Science, Compliance, Operations, and other cross-functional teams on complex problems.
- Mentor and grow fellow engineers, helping them create holistic and scalable solutions.
- Drive the product development process from concept to launch, delivering products that simplify payroll, taxes, and compliance.
Soft Skills
Technical LeadershipMentoringCross-Functional CollaborationTest-Driven Development
Benefits
- 401k
- Health Insurance
- Hybrid Work
- Remote Work
Culture
Cross-Functional TeamsMentorship ProgramCollaborative SpaceInclusive Hiring
Requirements
Regions: Ca, Us
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About Gusto
Industry: saas
Size: large
Gusto provides cloud-based payroll, benefits, and human resource management software for small businesses.
View company profile →Compensation
Base salary: $214,000 – $309,000 USD
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