Principal Software Engineer, Data

Automattic is hiring a Principal Software Engineer, Data to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Principal Software Engineer, Data, you'll design, build, and ship reliable software that scales to millions of users. This is a full-time, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US (CST)). About the role You'll design, build, and ship reliable software that scales to millions of users, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Collaborate with product and design on new initiatives • Develop, test, and maintain features across the stack • Review pull requests and mentor teammates • Improve performance, reliability, and developer experience • Write clean, well-tested, and documented code What we offer: • Flexible working hours across US time zones • Generous paid time off and company holidays • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Home office and wellness stipends • 100% remote, work-from-anywhere-in-the-US culture How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. Automattic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 7+ years of experience, including leading teams or projects • Strong communication in a remote, async environment • US work authorization • Proficiency in one or more modern languages (TypeScript, Go, Python, or Java) • Solid understanding of data structures, APIs, and databases Nice to have: • Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment • A track record of taking ownership and shipping independently