Principal Software Engineer, Product

Description: Lead the technical vision, architecture, and roadmap for user-facing systems at Pika. Guide engineering direction for features serving millions of creative users, including UIs, collaboration tools, and generative AI experiences. Requirements: 8+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a focus on senior/principal roles. Proven track record in designing and scaling high-impact web or mobile products (React, TypeScript, Node.js, Go). Expertise in systems design, distributed systems, scalable APIs, and cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP). Experience with ML/AI infrastructure and exceptional product intuition. Strong communication and leadership skills, with a passion for delivering user-centric features. Benefits: Competitive salary and significant equity in a growing startup. Comprehensive health benefits, monthly stipends, and company retreats. Supportive and collaborative office culture.