OpenGov - Principal Software Engineer - Backend Architecture

Description : About the job :

OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.

More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust.

Category-leading products include enterprise asset management, procurement and contract management, accounting and budgeting, billing and revenue management, permitting and licensing, and transparency and open data.

These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync.

Learn about OpenGovs mission to power more effective and accountable government and the vision of high-performance government for every community at OpenGov.

Job Summary :

If you're the kind of engineer who can turn an idea into an MVP in days or weeks, not months or years, we want you.

If youre craving innovation, passionate about complex problem-solving, and unafraid of work stress, youre in the right place.

We are building cutting-edge products on the latest tech stacks - and were moving fast.

This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact, at scale, where speed and innovation truly matter.

About The Role :

As a Principal Engineer, you will be a technical powerhouse, a strategic thought partner, and a hands-on builder.

Youll lead architecture decisions, mentor talented engineers, and deliver world-class products that redefine how governments serve their communities.

We're looking for someone who is energized by ownership, thrives under pressure, and believes that delivering customer value now is better than delivering perfection later.

Youll be empowered to experiment, iterate, and ship - fast.

What You'll Do :

• Architect and deliver cloud-native, scalable, secure SaaS applications.
• Code hands-on and push MVPs to production in days or weeks, not months.
• Drive technical excellence setting high standards for code quality, scalability, and performance.
• Solve hard problems at speed - with creativity, pragmatism, and relentless focus on outcomes.
• Collaborate deeply with product, design, and business teams to drive innovation from ideation to launch.
• Mentor and inspire senior engineers, cultivating a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Champion modernization - bringing new tools, frameworks, and ideas to keep us on the leading edge.

What We're Looking For :

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