Principal Software Developer, AI Enablement

Principal Software Developer, AI Enablement

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• Location:
  
  Fully remote role open to candidates across Canada (except Quebec). Candidates in Vancouver, BC Lower Mainland may also choose to work remotely, at our Surrey headquarters, or a hybrid arrangement.
• Compensation:
  Annual base salary of $171,300 to $191,500 CAD, plus eligibility for a profit‑sharing bonus. Final compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications and other factors.
• Additional requirements:
  
  Employment subject to successful reference checks and a Canadian criminal background check.

Please submit your resume and cover letter in PDF format.

In your cover letter, feel free to include:

• Why you’re interested in joining Safe Software.
• How your background or potential aligns with the role, even if you don’t meet every requirement.

As a Principal Software Developer, AI Enablement, you will define and lead the architectural direction for critical systems and long‑term platform evolution. You’ll work across teams to align technology decisions with Safe Software’s vision, ensuring solutions are technically sound, scalable, and customer‑focused.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of strategic initiatives, provide architectural oversight, and mentor other senior developers and technical leaders. Your work will enable consistent, high‑quality development practices and support the sustainable growth of our platform and products.

This is a hands‑on, high‑impact position for someone with deep technical expertise, strong collaboration skills, and a passion for building systems that stand the test of time. You’ll act as a trusted advisor across departments and play a key role in aligning technical and product priorities.

• Define and guide the long‑term technical strategy for key areas of Safe’s platform.
• Lead foundational and cross‑functional initiatives that have broad technical and organizational impact.
• Provide architectural guidance and system design leadership across multiple teams.
• Align technical solutions with product goals, customer needs, and business priorities.
• Act as a mentor to Staff, Senior Staff, and Senior Developers, supporting their growth and impact.
• Identify systemic challenges and lead efforts to improve code quality, maintainability, and performance.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, practices, or tools to drive innovation.
• Represent technical perspectives in strategic planning, risk assessment, and roadmap development.

• 12+ years of experience in software development, including significant experience in technical leadership roles.
• Deep expertise in software architecture, distributed systems, and sustainable design practices.
• Experience guiding system design decisions that span multiple teams or product lines.
• Proficiency in core technologies such as C++, Python, JavaScript, or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex ideas and guide alignment.
• A collaborative, strategic mindset focused on long‑term value and technical sustainability.

• Familiarity with Safe Software’s core platform or similar technical domains.
• Experience driving adoption of new tools, frameworks, or development patterns.
• A track record of mentoring senior developers or leading architectural communities of practice.
• Involvement in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts or culture‑building initiatives.

• Meaningful Work:
  Make a profound impact across our business, workplace, and data integration product.
• A Supportive Environment:
  Feel empowered to share your ideas and implement them with high autonomy and team support.
• Social Responsibility:
  Take paid time off to volunteer for one of our Safe‑organized opportunities that align with our core community initiatives.
• Learning & Career Development:
  Annual learning budget and training programs paid for by Safe.
• Flexible
  
  Working Hours:
  
  Flexible and remote‑friendly work arrangements to fit your lifestyle.
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Enjoy 3 weeks of vacation to recharge, plus an additional paid 6 seasonal days off per year.
• Health…