Principal Software Engineer: Lead Scalable Architecture

Tripadvisor

Polska

Remote

PLN 300,000 - 550,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly work model

Competitive compensation

Annual bonus

Tuition assistance

Health benefits

Job summary

Tripadvisor is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join our fast-growing team near Kraków. This permanent role embraces a remote-first model with periodic in-person gatherings, within commutable distance to Cracow.

You will lead design and architecture for scalable systems, partnering with product and engineering managers to drive key initiatives and strategic delivery. We value 10+ years in software development, strong cross-functional leadership, and expertise in cloud platforms

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in commercial software development.
Demonstrated excellence in cross functional collaboration and technical leadership.
Experience building scalable and distributed software systems.
Strong knowledge of software architecture and engineering best practices.
Experience with AWS or Azure cloud platforms, OO languages (Java, Python, Scala), and SQL/NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

Drive the design and architecture of complex, scalable systems that underpin Tripadvisor's technology solutions.
Conduct design reviews at pillar level and across the organization.
Lead improvements in operational maturity and promote best practices to engineers.
Collaborate with Product Managers and Engineering Managers to align technical delivery with roadmaps.
Build trust as a go-to person across technologies and drive delivery within scope, quality, and timelines.