Principal Software Engineer, Tech Lead, Retail
Core
Design, build, and maintain resilient, scalable systems for Toast's retail vertical, focusing on foundational technology for large grocery stores and convenience chains.
Role type
Principal Software Engineer, Tech Lead
Builds
Foundational retail platform features, integrations, and back-office tools
Domain
Retail technology, SaaS
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Java, Kotlin, object-oriented programming, system architecture, technical strategy, mentorship, performance optimization, AI tool adoption
Preferred skills
Startup mindset, ambiguity navigation, growth-oriented craft elevation
Technologies
Java, Kotlin, AI development tools
Responsibilities
Define long-term technical architecture and strategy; mentor senior engineering talent; diagnose performance bottlenecks; leverage AI tools to enhance development workflow; design solutions for future needs; communicate technical direction
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship
