Principal Software Engineer, AI Platform

Reposted 5 Days Ago
Hiring Remotely in El Segundo, CA, USA
In-Office or Remote
Expert/Leader
Software
The Role
Lead design and scalability of Java-based backend services for a multi-tenant platform. Architect high-throughput, low-latency systems, integrate core data stores, modernize legacy Java components, improve observability and CI/CD, and mentor engineers while driving platform strategy and reliability.
Summary Generated by Built In
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
 
Lead the design, development, and scalability of core Java-based backend services that power our multi-tenant platform.
 
Architect and optimize platform components to support high-throughput, low-latency, and mission-critical workflows.
 
Integrate and manage core data systems (e.g., relational DBs, Redis, Elasticsearch, LDAP) to ensure performance, availability, and fault tolerance.
 
Drive the modernization of backend services, refactoring legacy Java components and adopting modern patterns (e.g., reactive programming, event-driven architectures).
 
Champion best practices for Java development, testing, observability, and deployment in a distributed, microservices-based environment.
 
Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across DevOps, Security, SRE, and Application Engineering to build robust platform capabilities.
 
Evaluate and implement scalable solutions for authentication, authorization, tenant isolation, and configuration management.
 
Mentor engineers across teams in deep Java design principles, debugging complex issues, and engineering for reliability.
 
Develop and maintain platform APIs, service orchestration logic, and critical workflows that support core business operations.
 
Identify and remediate bottlenecks in Java services, JVM performance, GC tuning, thread management, and memory footprint.
 
Build automation and guardrails for developer productivity and service reliability (CI/CD pipelines, code linting, config-as-code, etc.).
 
Partner with architecture and leadership to drive long-term technical strategy and platform evolution.
 
 
WHAT YOU BRING
 
10+ years of experience in Software Engineering with a strong focus on Java, Spring Boot, and distributed system design.
 
Proven track record of building and maintaining scalable backend platforms supporting millions of users or high concurrency.
 
Deep understanding of the Java ecosystem, JVM internals, memory management, performance tuning, and multithreading.
 
Hands-on experience with data systems such as PostgreSQL/MySQL, Redis, Elasticsearch, and LDAP.
 
Experience designing and supporting multi-tenant architectures, including isolation, resource control, and config management.
 
Strong experience in building and managing RESTful APIs, microservices, and platform-level abstractions.
 
Familiarity with infrastructure and deployment environments including Kubernetes, Docker, and AWS (or other cloud providers).
 
Solid knowledge of observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry) and log management (e.g., ELK stack).
 
Experience integrating authentication and identity providers (LDAP, SSO, OIDC) into Java services.
 
Strong command of DevOps and automation practices (CI/CD, GitOps, IaC tools like Terraform, Helm, or Ansible).
 
Proven leadership in cross-team collaboration, mentoring, and influencing architectural direction.
 
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
 

Skills Required

  • 10+ years of experience in Software Engineering with a strong focus on Java, Spring Boot, and distributed system design.
  • Proven track record of building and maintaining scalable backend platforms supporting millions of users or high concurrency.
  • Deep understanding of the Java ecosystem, JVM internals, memory management, performance tuning, and multithreading.
  • Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL/MySQL, Redis, Elasticsearch, and LDAP.
  • Experience designing and supporting multi-tenant architectures, including isolation, resource control, and config management.
  • Strong experience in building and managing RESTful APIs, microservices, and platform-level abstractions.
  • Familiarity with infrastructure and deployment environments including Kubernetes, Docker, and AWS (or other cloud providers).
  • Solid knowledge of observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry) and log management (ELK stack).
  • Experience integrating authentication and identity providers (LDAP, SSO, OIDC) into Java services.
  • Strong command of DevOps and automation practices (CI/CD, GitOps, IaC tools like Terraform, Helm, or Ansible).
  • Proven leadership in cross-team collaboration, mentoring, and influencing architectural direction.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Saviynt Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off is described as flexible, with policies including flexible time off and mentions of unlimited PTO. This breadth can make time away easier to take alongside company holidays.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits In‑office amenities such as catered food, drinks, and snacks, plus social events like birthday celebrations and team outings, are highlighted. These lifestyle perks add day‑to‑day convenience and connection.
  • Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards Employee recognition is emphasized, with programs to celebrate those who go above and beyond. Regular recognition activities are cited alongside team bonding initiatives.

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The Company
El Segundo, CA
0 Employees
Year Founded: 2010

What We Do

Saviynt’s Enterprise Identity Cloud helps modern enterprises scale cloud initiatives and solve the toughest security and compliance challenges in record time. The company brings together identity governance (IGA), granular application access, cloud security, and privileged access to secure the entire business ecosystem and provide a frictionless user experience.

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