Principal Software Engineer

Heizen; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to high-impact projects

Annual retreats and offsite experiences

Significant ESOPs

Job summary

An AI-powered software services startup in Hyderabad is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to design and maintain high-performance applications. This role involves ownership of feature implementation, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates have 3–8 years of experience, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Agile methodologies. The compensation includes a fixed salary of ₹24-36L with performance bonuses and ESOPs.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of software engineering experience, preferably in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to write efficient, scalable code.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps culture.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality applications.
• Ownership of end-to-end feature implementation.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in data structures

Understanding of Agile methodologies

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Heizen is an AI-powered software services startup founded by a team of ex-Microsoft, JP Morgan, IIT, and ISB alumni. We're pioneering a new model for software delivery—one that blends elite engineering talent with proprietary AI agents to build enterprise-grade products with unmatched speed and quality.

Our teams work closely with ambitious startups and large enterprises to solve complex business and technical challenges. From building mission-critical platforms to automating legacy workflows, Heizen helps organizations turn bold ideas into scalable software—faster than ever before.

If you're excited by high-impact problems, product ownership, and cutting-edge tools, Heizen offers a front-row seat to the future of software development.

The Role

We're looking for a Principal Software Engineer who will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance applications. You will work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver robust solutions that drive business impact.

This role demands strong technical expertise, end-to-end ownership of features, and the ability to make architectural decisions for performance, security, and scalability.

Core Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and secure applications
• Take ownership of end-to-end feature implementation — from requirement analysis to deployment
• Write clean, efficient, and testable code following best practices
• Participate in architecture and design discussions to ensure optimal technical solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product, Design, QA) to deliver on business goals
• Optimize application performance and troubleshoot complex technical issues
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing
• Drive engineering excellence through code reviews, CI/CD, and automation

What We Value

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to write efficient, scalable code
• Proficiency in data structures, algorithms, and system design
• Understanding of Agile development methodologies and DevOps culture
• Passion for learning and adapting to emerging technologies
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

What We Look For

Experience: 3–8 years of hands-on software engineering experience, preferably in fast-paced environments.

Skills:

• Understanding of Agile methodologies
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Ability to write clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and documentation
• Proven track record of timely project delivery across multiple parallel initiatives

Mindset:

• Ownership-driven, proactive, and comfortable with ambiguity
• Ability to balance client priorities with internal execution realities
• Strong problem-solving attitude with a bias for action

Compensation

₹24-36L Fixed + Performance Bonus + Significant ESOPs
Based on skills, experience, and technical leadership capabilities. Performance-based bonuses and substantial equity participation available.

• Access to high-impact projects and mentorship across domains
• Annual retreats and offsite experiences

Life at Heizen

At Heizen, engineers are not just coders—they are builders who take full ownership of features, influence architecture, and drive innovation. You'll work on challenging problems that impact multiple industries and learn from top-tier talent.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll be a cornerstone of our technical leadership, guiding architectural decisions, mentoring teams, and driving engineering excellence across our AI-powered services company.

If you're excited by technical leadership, multi-project ownership, client interaction, and delivery excellence, this is your chance to shape the future of a fast-scaling, AI-powered services company.