Principal Software Engineer - Evisort AI

Engg; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 168,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

Workday is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join the Evisort team. You will collaborate with engineers, product managers, data scientists, and designers to scale an AI-driven contract management platform and deliver high-impact solutions.

You will influence architectural decisions while driving scalable, user-centric outcomes for global customers. The role emphasizes ownership, mentorship, and a collaborative, fast-paced culture with strong engineering practices and a focus on delivering

Qualifications

• 12+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong background in building and evolving web applications and services.
• Experience with relational databases and NoSQL data stores.
• Proven ability to lead design or architecture efforts for complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering, data science, product, and design teams to shape vision, strategy, and roadmaps.
• Maintain a supportive, iterative team culture with strong engineering practices.
• Mentor teammates and promote knowledge sharing across the org.
• Own multiple functional areas from development to production, building and running the platform.

Job description

Your work days are brighter here. We're obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we're shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you'll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We're in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you'll do meaningful work with Workmates who've got your back. In return, we'll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you've found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.

About the Team

Join the Evisort team at Workday, where our mission is to transform how business deals get done. In a space often slowed by inefficient contract management systems, we provide an intelligent solution that helps businesses accelerate, scale, and safeguard operations - enabling legal and business professionals to drive strategic impact. At Evisort, we're building innovative AI technology that makes contracts searchable, actionable, and manageable - empowering teams to work smarter, reduce risk, and boost efficiency. By eliminating manual tasks and simplifying complex workflows, we help organizations make more confident decisions, faster. We believe legal documents shouldn't slow teams down. That's why we're reimagining contract management - removing friction and giving talented people the tools they need to thrive. Our team shares a deep passion for Workday's core values: innovation, integrity, and putting people first.

About the Role

Evisort Engineering is growing! As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll join a collaborative, cross-functional team working to enhance and expand our AI-driven contract management platform. You'll work closely with engineers, product managers, data scientists, and designers to help deliver scalable, user-centric solutions that transform how legal and business teams manage their contracts. Your technical contributions and team-first mindset will play a key role in delivering high-impact products that scale our AI capabilities and help global organizations simplify complex business processes.

• Collaborate with engineering, data science, product, and design teams to build and evolve our vision, strategy, and roadmap
• Participate in a supportive, iterative team culture that values curiosity, learning, and strong engineering practices
• Contribute to the growth and success of your teammates through knowledge sharing and mentorship
• Take ownership of multiple functional areas in our platform - from development to production (you build it, you run it)

About You

Basic Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in professional software engineering
• 8+ years experience with a web development framework (Flask, Django, FastAPI, NestJS, Sprint Boot, Ruby on Rails, ASP.NET, etc.)
• 8+ years of experience with relational databases (such as MS SQL Server or PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (such as AWS DDB)
• 5+ years of experience leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems

Other Qualifications

• Experience building and operating SaaS products in cloud environments (AWS preferred)
• Familiarity with the tradeoffs and architecture of modern distributed systems
• Knowledge of software development best practices (DevOps, CI/CD, automated testing, observability)
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with Elasticsearch
• Exposure to additional programming languages like Java (backend) and TypeScript (frontend/fullstack) is a plus
• Proven success working within fast-paced, agile environments and cross-functional teams
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical partners
• Comfortable working with ambiguity and translating complex problems into clear, thoughtful solutions
• Committed to fostering an inclusive, team-oriented environment and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement

Workday Pay Transparency Statement

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants.

Primary Location: CAN.BC.Vancouver

Primary CAN Base Pay Range: $168,000 - $252,000 CAD

Additional CAN Location(s) Base Pay Range: $168,000 - $252,000 CAD

Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we're combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role).