Principal Engineer, Online Infrastructure

Pinterest is seeking a Principal Engineer for their Online Infrastructure team, focusing on delivering reliable, high-performance distributed systems that handle hundreds of millions of requests per second. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, requiring expertise in large-scale distributed systems and system programming languages. The position offers a competitive salary range of $233,302-$480,328 USD plus equity, with a hybrid work model requiring in-office presence once per week in either Seattle, San Francisco, or Palo Alto.

The role involves shaping technological strategies for Pinterest's backend infrastructure, championing engineering excellence, and leading initiatives to improve system reliability, scalability, and performance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in distributed systems, strong programming skills in languages like Java, Go, or Rust, and a deep understanding of computer systems architecture.

Pinterest's platform serves millions of users worldwide, providing creative ideas and inspiration. As a Principal Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in scaling the technology that powers this global platform. The company offers a flexible work environment through their PinFlex program, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work on challenging technical problems at scale.

The position requires strong leadership and communication skills, as you'll be working cross-functionally and guiding technical decisions that impact Pinterest's entire serving stack. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technologist who wants to make a significant impact on a platform that helps millions of people discover and do what they love.