Principal Software Engineer at Imprint

Seattle, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

IoT, RFIDIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related technical field
At least 15 years of experience building high-quality software solutions on embedded, network connected devices in C or C++
Experience in defining the vision and driving implementation of sophisticated, scalable, and reliable platform solutions
Experience delivering high-quality, tested code across multiple release cycles
Experience with MQTT, HTTP/REST, Kafka, AMQP, ZeroMQ or other related network technologies
Experience with designing, developing, and deploying IoT solutions at scale
Demonstrated experience in version control systems like Git for tracking changes and collaborating on code
Good understanding of the software development lifecycle, structured project management, collaborative coding practices (such as code reviews and pair programming), and continuous improvement of code quality
Experience with performance optimization, parallel processing, and efficient data structures to ensure scalable, high-performance applications
Strong communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to teammates and non-technical stakeholders
Proven track record leading and mentoring software teams

Responsibilities

Leverage deep subject matter expertise in embedded Linux and network communication protocols to lead the design and development of embedded IoT solutions at scale
Apply expertise in software architecture to help build modular software designs that allow for component reuse across multiple solutions and deployments
Partner with stakeholders to determine user requirements for one or more complex use cases
Rapidly prototype new algorithmic approaches to RAIN RFID solutions to enable internal research and innovation
Provide technical leadership for the design and development of new features, products, applications or services
Design high-performance APIs using MQTT, HTTP/REST, Kafka, AMQP, ZeroMQ or other related network technologies
Mentor engineers to produce high-quality, reusable and maintainable code used across the product portfolio
Champion and encourage the utilization of software engineering methodologies, including code coverage, static analysis, continuous integration, etc
Stay ahead of emerging technologies and trends to improve product reliability, performance, and customer experience
Operate within a hybrid environment, working a few days of the week from our office in South Lake Union or our Lab in North Beacon Hill

Skills

Embedded Linux

Network Protocols

MQTT

HTTP/REST

Kafka

AMQP

Software Architecture

IoT

RAIN RFID

APIs

Imprint

Designs and manages co-branded credit card programs

About Imprint

Imprint designs and manages co-branded credit card programs for well-known American brands. By partnering with these brands, Imprint creates credit cards that attract modern consumers, aiming to enhance the value of their partners' customer relationships. The company focuses on increasing metrics such as average spending, shopping frequency, and annual sales for cardholders. Imprint's process is notably faster than traditional credit card issuers, allowing them to launch new programs in about three months instead of the typical 18 months. Additionally, Imprint prioritizes customer service, offering a premium experience to cardholders. The goal of Imprint is to provide brands with effective credit card solutions that drive customer loyalty and sales.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2020Year Founded

$197.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive compensation and equity packages

Leading configured work computers of your choice

Unlimited vacation policy

Fully covered, high-quality healthcare including fully covered dependent coverage

Additional health coverage includes access to One Medical and option to enroll in an FSA

16 weeks of paid parental leave for the primary caregiver and 8 weeks for all new parents

An understanding that successful remote work requires flexibility and an appreciation for asynchronous work

Access to industry leading technology across all of our business units — stemming from our philosophy that we should invest in resources for our team that foster innovation, optimization, and productivity

Limited edition Imprint Credit Card (no hard pull) for the first 100 team members only. Get 1.5% cash back on all purchases, plus additional perks

Risks

Increased competition from traditional issuers adopting fintech innovations.

Potential regulatory scrutiny could increase compliance costs for Imprint.

Economic downturns may reduce transaction volumes and Imprint's revenue.

Differentiation

Imprint launches co-branded credit card programs in just three months.

Imprint offers tailored rewards programs for each brand's specific needs.

Imprint provides 'white-glove treatment' customer service to all cardholders.

Upsides

Imprint raised $75M in Series C funding to fuel innovation.

Increased consumer interest in digital wallets boosts demand for Imprint's solutions.

Partnerships with traditional banks expand Imprint's co-branded card opportunities.

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