Principal Full Stack Engineer

About the Role

We’re looking for a visionary, hands-on Principal Full Stack Engineer to serve as a foundational member of our technical leadership team. This is a high-impact, key role as you will be the first US-based engineer dedicated to the Steer platform, reporting directly to our Head of Product and Engineering.

In this role, you will be instrumental in architecting and deploying robust, scalable, and secure applications that define the future of the auto repair industry. While our current stack includes .NET, React, and Node.js (TypeScript), we prioritize high-level problem-solving and AI/LLM expertise over specific language syntax. If you are a customer-centric builder who thrives on ownership and wants to shape the AI strategy of a growing SaaS business, we want to meet you.

You Will:

• Technical Strategy & AI Integration: Define the full stack architectural vision. You will lead the charge in integrating LLMs and AI-driven features to revolutionize our CRM and automation tools.
• Foundational Ownership: Embody a "founder's mentality" as the first US engineer. You will own the lifecycle of major features from discovery to deployment and maintenance.
• Customer-Centric Development: Partner closely with Product to understand user pain points, ensuring every line of code adds tangible value to the auto repair shops we serve.
• System Design & Scalability: Architect reusable full stack components and services that ensure our platform remains performant as we scale globally.
• Code Excellence: Champion best practices in security, test automation, and maintainability. Conduct deep-dive code reviews that elevate the entire engineering organization.
• Modern DevOps: Influence our CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and IaC practices to ensure a seamless developer experience and operational reliability.

You Have:

Must Have:

• 7+ years of professional experience building complex, web-based SaaS products.
• Agentic Coding: High comfort level using code agents and autonomous skills to accelerate task completion, from boilerplate generation, to complex bug fixes, to feature enhancement and development.
• AI & LLM Integration: Hands-on experience working with LLMs and prompt engineering. You are more interested in the logic and outcomes of AI integration than staying tethered to a specific legacy framework.
• Architectural Mastery: Proven ability to design and implement n-tier web applications and RESTful APIs from scratch.
• Database Expertise: Proficiency with both relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) databases, including schema design and query optimization.
• The "Owner" Mindset: A track record of taking full accountability for projects and a passion for solving "impossible" problems in fast-paced environments.
• Exceptional Communication: The ability to translate complex technical concepts into product outcomes and collaborate effectively with leadership.

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with our current stack: .NET, Node.js (TypeScript), and React.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Previous experience as a founding engineer or in an early-stage startup environment.

Interview Process:

1. Initial Screen: 30 min with Lead Recruiter.
2. Hiring Manager Interview: 60 min with Head of Product and Engineering.
3. Technical Interview: 60 min with a Principal Engineer.
4. Career Journey Interview: 60 min with the Director of People.
5. Reference Checks

We Offer:

• Equity Options: Own a piece of the company’s success.
• 100% Remote: Work from anywhere in the US.
• 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance.
• Flexible PTO: With a 15-day minimum.
• FSA and HSA options.
• Generous Parental Leave.
• 401k & Learning Stipend.
• WFH Equipment: Everything you need for a world-class home office.
• Innovative Culture: A seat at the table to influence the latest AI technology in a collaborative environment.