Req number:
R7371Employment type:
Full timeWorksite flexibility:
RemoteWho we areCAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated Senior Principal Developer ready to take us to the next level! If you have deep .NET expertise, strong API and cloud-native development experience, and hands-on leadership in modern distributed systems, apply now.Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Principal Developer to serve as a hands-on senior individual contributor designing and delivering production-grade, cloud-native software solutions. This position will be a salaried full-time opportunity, and remote.
What You’ll Do
Act as a hands-on senior individual contributor delivering production-grade software
Own design specifications and execute end-to-end development with minimal oversight
Build and maintain backend services and APIs using .NET and Node.js or Python
Design scalable, well-documented APIs focused on developer enablement
Define API standards, versioning strategies, and contract governance
Work extensively with Docker, Docker Compose, and Kubernetes
Configure and manage observability, tracing, and monitoring infrastructure
Design systems with security, reliability, and scalability as first-class concerns
Implement CI/CD workflows and contribute to DevOps practices
Design event-driven and asynchronous systems using modern messaging platforms
Apply AI design patterns and evaluate AI-assisted development tools
Mentor developers through code reviews and technical guidance
Maintain high-quality documentation and engineering standards
Contribute to architectural decisions and platform evolution
What You’ll Need
Required:
8–10+ years of professional software development experience
Strong proficiency in .NET (C#) and backend service development
Experience with Node.js or Python in production environments
Hands-on expertise with Docker and Kubernetes
Strong understanding of API design, observability, and distributed systems
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure and/or AWS)
Strong security, testing, and CI/CD fundamentals
Excellent documentation and communication skills
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Preferred:
Experience with AI-assisted development tools
Consulting or professional services background
Multi-cloud experience
NoSQL and messaging platform experience
Cloud or developer certifications
Physical Demands
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards
Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
Reasonable accommodation statement
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected] or (888) 824 – 8111.
$160,000 - $170,000 per yearThe pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role receive paid time off and may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
CAI (cai.io). Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CAI (cai.io). and has not been reviewed or approved by CAI (cai.io)..
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Retirement Support — Retirement contributions and an ownership component are highlighted as standout perks and positioned as a key strength of the package. This is framed as a notable differentiator within the overall offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A wellness program that can reduce medical premiums, an Employee Assistance Program, and active employee resource groups are emphasized. A work-from-anywhere philosophy and flexible scheduling are also presented as quality-of-life benefits when client needs allow.
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Affordable Benefits — The primary medical setup is described as a high-deductible option with low premiums and an HSA contribution, which some view as cost-effective. Wellness participation is stated to further lower monthly premiums.
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What We Do
CAI is a global services firm with over 8,700 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what’s right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise
