Principal Engineer - CLEAR Verified

Identity platform transforming how people live, work, and travel with 27+ million members worldwide.
$230,000 - $270,000
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
Remote
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
10+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity

Description For Principal Engineer - CLEAR Verified

CLEAR, a leading identity platform with over 27 million members worldwide, is seeking a Principal Engineer to join their CLEAR Verified team. This is a high-impact role focused on tackling complex technical challenges and driving scalability for the future of identity verification.

The position offers significant technical autonomy, allowing you to work with various technologies including Python, Java, and TypeScript. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing scalable distributed systems, optimizing performance, and streamlining customer experiences. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both strategic thinking and practical implementation skills.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll shape the technical vision for the next 3-5 years, lead architectural improvements, and mentor other engineers. The position requires 10+ years of experience in software development, with expertise in cloud-based architectures and distributed systems. You'll work in a collaborative environment, partnering with engineering, product, and business teams to drive innovation and business success.

The compensation package is comprehensive, including a competitive base salary range of $230,000-$270,000, healthcare benefits, 401(k) with employer match, and equity opportunities through RSUs. CLEAR offers a culture focused on innovation and impact, where your work will directly influence the evolution of a platform that's transforming how people live, work, and travel.

This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned engineer who thrives in high-ownership environments and wants to make a significant impact on a rapidly growing platform that's redefining trusted identity verification.

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Responsibilities For Principal Engineer - CLEAR Verified

  • Lead design and implementation of scalable, high-performance distributed systems
  • Collaborate with teams to define technical vision and strategy for 3-5 years
  • Drive large-scale architectural improvements
  • Build and optimize backend services, data pipelines, and APIs
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship
  • Evaluate and introduce new technologies
  • Partner cross-functionally to ensure business impact
  • Own and execute high-priority projects

Requirements For Principal Engineer - CLEAR Verified

Python
Java
TypeScript
  • 10+ years of professional software development experience
  • Expertise in designing and implementing high-scale, cloud-based architectures
  • Strong understanding of backend and fullstack development
  • Experience with databases, caching, and real-time data processing
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills
  • Passion for mentoring and developing engineering talent
  • Strategic mindset for evaluating new technologies
  • Deep understanding of how technology impacts business outcomes

Benefits For Principal Engineer - CLEAR Verified

Medical Insurance
401k
  • Comprehensive healthcare plans
  • Family building benefits (fertility and adoption/surrogacy support)
  • Flexible time off
  • Free OneMedical memberships for employees and dependents
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Annual bonuses
  • Restricted Stock Units
  • Meals and snacks
  • Learning & development stipend

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