Principal Software Engineer

Shakudo, an innovative company building the world's first operating system for data and AI, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their team in Toronto. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of data and AI infrastructure, working with cutting-edge technologies and leading technical initiatives.

The position requires a seasoned professional with 8+ years of experience who will be responsible for architecting and developing Shakudo's core platform features and production-level AI applications. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in distributed systems, cloud architecture, and large-scale data processing, combined with strong leadership abilities to mentor team members and drive technical excellence.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of defining architectural patterns and implementing best practices across engineering teams. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge AI and ML technologies, deep diving into the Kubernetes ecosystem, and advanced data platform architecture. You'll have the opportunity to influence technical strategy while working in a proactive, supportive, and collaborative team culture.

The company values technical excellence balanced with practical business solutions, making this an ideal position for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges while driving business impact. Shakudo offers a culture that emphasizes proactive collaboration, teamwork, and continuous learning, with opportunities to work on challenging problems in the AI and data infrastructure space.

This role is perfect for a technical leader who is passionate about mentoring others, architecting complex systems, and working in a fast-paced startup environment where they can make a significant impact on the product and team's success.