Principal Lead Engineer

Sensaria Body Care; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Job summary

Sensaria Body Care in Morrisville is seeking a Principal Engineer/Lead Platform Architect to execute architectural vision and ensure technical leadership. The role requires 8+ years in software development with deep expertise in scalable systems.

Ideal candidates will possess strong skills in cloud platforms and programming, and the position offers a competitive compensation package including benefits and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software development and architecture, focusing on design and architecture.
• Advanced degrees or certifications are a plus.
• Strong proficiency in modern programming languages relevant to platform development.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the architectural vision for the platform.
• Provide technical leadership in design and implementation.
• Monitor and analyze system performance for enhancements.

Skills

Scalable distributed systems design

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Modern programming languages

Advanced problem-solving

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

501 Innovation Ave, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, April 3, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Sensaria is a leader in the Wall Decor and Print-On-Demand industry. We operate 8+ e-commerce storefronts, two business-to-business brands, in-house art creation, and coast-to-coast production facilities. Sensaria brings moments and art to life. We are proud to be a leading innovator in our industry, enabling more for customers - more products, more quality and speed. We are enthusiastic, we think bigger and work hard to unlock opportunity and achieve incredible results.

Where most see a blank canvas, Sensaria sees infinite possibility. The chance to impact the senses and shape a moment in time, realizing a vision of design and decor that can reinvent, renew, and revive. With equal parts passion and operational excellence, Sensaria creates new ways to bring art and memories to life in any space. And through innovation, quality and speed, the company empowers unlimited growth potential for clientele. Enabling more for customers - more efficiency, more creativity, and more moments of inspiration, Sensaria thinks bigger and bolder to unlock opportunity and achieve incredible results together.

Position Overview:

As the Principal Engineer/Lead Platform Architect, you will be responsible for defining and executing the architectural vision for our platform. Your role will emphasize technical leadership, guiding the design and implementation of complex systems, and solving high-impact problems. You will work closely with senior technical stakeholders to ensure our platform architecture aligns with business goals and supports ongoing growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architectural Design and Strategy:
  • Develop and evolve the platform architecture, focusing on scalability, performance, and resilience.
  • Design and implement complex system components, ensuring they meet both current needs and future demands.
  • Define and maintain architectural standards and guidelines to ensure consistency and quality across the platform.
• Technical Leadership:
  • Provide expert technical guidance on best practices for system design, coding standards, and integration strategies.
  • Drive architectural decision-making, using a deep understanding of both existing technologies and emerging trends.
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance platform capabilities and efficiency.
• System Performance and Reliability:
  • Monitor and analyze system performance to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
  • Design and implement solutions to enhance system reliability, availability, and disaster recovery.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Work closely with engineering teams to translate architectural designs into actionable development tasks.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts and architectural decisions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Partner with product managers and other stakeholders to align architectural solutions with business requirements.
• Innovation and Problem Solving:
  • Drive continuous improvement by identifying and addressing technical challenges and inefficiencies.
  • Lead efforts to solve high-impact technical problems that affect platform performance and scalability.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications are a plus or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: 8+ years of experience in software development and architecture, with a strong focus on high-level technical design and system architecture.
• Skills:
  • Deep expertise in designing and managing scalable, distributed systems and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
  • Strong proficiency in modern programming languages, frameworks, and technologies relevant to platform development.
  • Advanced problem‑solving skills with the ability to address complex technical challenges effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Attributes:
  • A strategic thinker with a focus on innovation and long‑term impact.
  • A self‑starter with a passion for technology and a commitment to continuous learning.
  • Prefer a candidate to be based in our Morrisville, NC HQ location, but will consider remote candidates with a willingness to travel to various sites (up to 25%).

Circle Graphics + Sensaria offers a competitive compensation package, which includes vacation days, sick days, paid holidays, paid maternity and paternity leave, paid floating holiday, along with Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, STD, LTD, Optional Life insurance, and opportunities for professional development.

Circle Graphics + Sensaria is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status, and all other legally required non‑discriminatory categories. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and collaborative workplace where every team member can thrive.

501 Innovation Ave, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA