Principal Engineer

Job Summary

Sonatafy Technology is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead cutting‑edge software projects for clients across North America. This full‑time role is based in Phoenix, Maricopa County, AZ and offers a competitive salary of $181,339 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and deliver high‑performance, scalable software solutions for enterprise clients.
• Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team, providing mentorship, code reviews, and technical guidance.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and QA to define requirements and ensure timely delivery.
• Drive adoption of best practices in DevOps, CI/CD, automated testing, and cloud infrastructure.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and evaluate their fit for client projects.
• Represent Sonatafy in client meetings, technical workshops, and occasional industry events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 4 years in a senior or lead engineering role.
• Deep expertise in modern programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python, Go) and frameworks.
• Proven experience designing micro‑services architectures and cloud‑native applications (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong knowledge of databases, APIs, security standards, and performance optimization.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Additional Details

This position requires up to 10% travel annually for team meetings, training sessions, or client‑related activities. Sonatafy Technology is an award‑winning nearshore development firm headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, with a robust in‑house engineering team delivering end‑to‑end software solutions.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary: $181,339 (fixed). Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) match, paid time off, professional development budget, and flexible work arrangements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What level of experience is required for the Principal Engineer position?

Candidates need at least 10 years of software development experience, including 4+ years in a senior or lead engineering role.

Is travel required for this role?

Yes, up to 10% travel annually for team meetings, training, or client engagements.

What benefits does Sonatafy Technology provide?

Sonatafy offers health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, professional development funds, and flexible work options.