Principal Software Engineer

Captions, the leading video AI company, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their NYC-based team. With over 10 million users and backing from top investors like Index Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, and Sequoia Capital, Captions is revolutionizing video creation through AI technology.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll have a crucial role in architecting and driving platform-wide initiatives that push the boundaries of distributed systems. You'll be responsible for solving complex technical challenges at massive scale, ensuring the engineering organization can innovate quickly and reliably. The position requires expertise in designing large-scale distributed systems, deep knowledge of computer science fundamentals, and proficiency in modern programming languages.

The role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while having an outsized impact on both product and company culture. You'll be part of a rapidly growing team of ambitious professionals based in their Union Square, NYC headquarters. The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $200K to $300K plus equity, and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical coverage, 401K matching, and various wellness perks.

This is an in-person position that requires 10+ years of experience, offering the chance to shape architectural direction and provide technical leadership in a fast-growing AI company. You'll be working on systems that help creators worldwide tell their stories through video, making a significant impact on the future of video creation technology.