Principal Backend Engineer

India
Full Time
Experienced

Principal Backend Engineer
Location: India, Full-time, Remote

We’re seeking a Principal Software Engineer with 10-15 years of experience who brings strong technical expertise in Node.js, Python, and/or Golang, along with a passion for product ownership. This is a unique opportunity to lead the full product lifecycle - from understanding customer pain points and analyzing market trends to defining and delivering impactful solutions.

As a senior leader, you’ll focus on product strategy, architecture, and iteration, while AI-driven coding agents handle much of the implementation. Your role will be equal parts architect, product thinker, and customer advocate - ensuring our backend capabilities align with business goals and deliver real value.

Responsibilities

Lead Architecture & Technical Strategy

  • Design and evolve scalable backend systems using Node.js, Python, and/or Golang

  • Architect highly scalable platforms capable of housing petabytes of data, with a sharp focus on the cost of scaling

  • Guide development efforts using AI agents for automation and code generation

  • Focus on high-level architecture, code validation, and system reliability

Own Product Capabilities End-to-End

  • Translate product vision into technical execution by wearing the Product Manager hat

  • Engage with customers to deeply understand use cases and pain points

  • Conduct market and competitor research to inform product direction

  • Define and prioritize features, user stories, and roadmaps

  • Collaborate across engineering, design, and GTM teams to deliver high-impact features

  • Iterate quickly based on user feedback and data insights

Champion Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and best practices

  • Apply analytics and feedback loops to refine products continuously

  • Promote a culture of experimentation, agility, and excellence

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

  • 10–15 years of experience in software engineering, with deep backend expertise

  • Proficient in Node.js, Python, Golang, and comfortable with TypeScript

  • Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, PostgreSQL)

  • Familiarity with cloud data warehouses like BigQuery, Snowflake, Databricks

  • Proven experience designing software architecture and leading end-to-end product delivery

  • Hands-on with AI-powered development tools and workflows—this is a must

  • Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills

  • Comfortable navigating the challenges of a fast-paced, high-growth startup

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and equity package

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Unlimited paid time off and flexible work hours

  • Opportunities for leadership, learning, and fast growth

  • A fast-paced, collaborative, and mission-driven culture

About Mavvrik

Mavvrik is a VC-backed, AI-driven startup revolutionizing hybrid cloud cost management. We provide intelligent platforms that empower businesses to monitor, analyze, and optimize their cloud spend with real-time precision. Backed by state-of-the-art AI and automation, we’re redefining how organizations gain visibility, control, and efficiency across their cloud environments.

If you're passionate about crafting world-class interfaces and believe AI can supercharge engineering, we want to hear from you. Join us and help shape the future of Cloud FinOps. Learn more at www.mavvrik.ai.

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