Principal Software Engineer

Captions, the leading video AI company, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their team in New York City. With over 10 million users and backing from top-tier investors like Index Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, Sequoia Capital, and Andreessen Horowitz, Captions is revolutionizing video creation through AI technology.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of solving complex technical challenges in distributed systems at massive scale. The role requires 10+ years of experience and combines technical leadership with hands-on development. You'll be responsible for architecting and driving platform-wide initiatives, ensuring the engineering organization can innovate quickly and reliably.

The position offers an opportunity to work with modern technologies including cloud infrastructure, container orchestration, and various programming languages. You'll be instrumental in designing and implementing large-scale distributed systems, owning critical backend services, and mentoring other engineers. The role requires deep technical expertise combined with excellent communication skills.

Working from the NYC headquarters in Union Square, you'll join a rapidly growing team of ambitious professionals. The compensation package is competitive ($200K-$300K plus equity) and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K matching, commuter benefits, and various wellness perks.

This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned engineer who wants to make an impact at a fast-growing AI company while working on cutting-edge technology that serves millions of users. The role offers both technical challenges and leadership opportunities, making it perfect for someone who wants to shape the future of video creation technology.