Principal Backend Engineer

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 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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