Principal Software Engineer

Digital Pipl
Rotselaar, Belgium
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Rotselaar, Belgium

Tech stack

Clean Code Principles
Java
Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
C Sharp (Programming Language)
Software as a Service
Cloud Computing
Cloud Engineering
Data Centers
Data Systems
Software Debugging
DevOps
Fault Tolerance
Python
AI Infrastructure
GitHub Copilot
Information Technology
Go
Programming Languages

Job description

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will lead the design and development of our digital backbone from the ground up. This is a high-autonomy, high-impact role where you define both the "how" and the "why" of our technical architecture., * Shape Technical Architecture Own the system blueprint. Define, communicate, and guide architectural decisions to ensure the platform is resilient, fault-tolerant, and future-proof.

  • Ship with Velocity Deliver high-quality, secure, and well-tested code quickly. Navigate roadblocks effectively and iterate fast without compromising standards.

  • Elevate Engineering Standards Champion clean code, strong testing practices, and engineering excellence. Set the benchmark for the entire engineering culture.

  • Own the DFM Loop Collaborate closely with mechanical engineers to integrate "Smartfins" logic into a seamless cloud-based experience, bridging software and physical systems.

  • Automate & Scale Implement DevOps best practices, including CI/CD pipelines and orchestration tools, to ensure efficient and reliable deployments.

  • Leverage Next-Gen Tools Utilize AI-assisted tools (e.g., Gemini, Claude, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate development, debugging, and testing processes.

Requirements

You are a methodical problem-solver who thrives in a design-driven, rapid-iteration environment. Your mission is to transform complex thermal challenges into a secure, scalable, and maintainable SaaS platform capable of handling high-speed, data-intensive workloads aligned with GPU-level performance cycles., Master's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field - or equivalent hands-on experience.

  • 7+ Years of Engineering Excellence Proven experience building large-scale, customer-facing SaaS applications in fast-paced environments (e.g., DeepTech, FinTech, high-growth startups).

  • Full-Stack Expertise Strong proficiency in modern programming languages such as Python, Go, C#, or Java, with a structured approach to complex data systems.

  • Cloud-Native Experience Hands-on experience designing, securing, and scaling applications on Azure, AWS, or GCP.

  • Founder's Mindset Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable with ambiguity. Able to navigate shifting priorities and deliver impact without unnecessary bureaucracy., * Background in semiconductor, data center, or AI infrastructure industries

  • Interest in mentoring and growing a high-performing engineering team

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