Principal Software Engineer

Toronto Ontario. Posted 8 months ago

The role

You will architect and scale core systems for Passage's AI-driven platform. You will design backend services, lead technical initiatives, and mentor engineers to shape technical strategy.

What you will do

Design and evolve the architecture of Passage's core platform
Build scalable backend services for admissions automation, financial systems, and operational workflows
Ensure systems are reliable, secure, and capable of supporting global scale
Own the design and implementation of large engineering initiatives
Break down complex problems into clear technical solutions
Guide teams through major architectural decisions
Define best practices for system design, testing, performance, and reliability
Improve engineering workflows and development processes
Ensure high-quality, maintainable code across the platform
Work with product, data, and operations teams to understand business needs

Required qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field
5+ years of professional software engineering experience
Deep experience designing and building scalable backend systems
Strong programming skills in modern backend languages (such as Python, TypeScript, Go, or similar)
Experience working with distributed systems and cloud infrastructure
Strong system design and architectural thinking
Experience leading complex technical initiatives across multiple teams
Ability to operate independently and make high-impact technical decisions in a fast-moving environment

Nice to have

Proficient in Python, Django, TypeScript, and React
Experience with cloud platforms such as GCP is a plus
Deep knowledge of software design patterns and architecture
Strong understanding of database design and development
Bachelor degree or higher in computer science or related field

About the company

Passage builds technology that removes barriers blocking talent from opportunity, combining the latest advancements in AI with human judgment. They aim to dismantle the barriers preventing brilliant minds from accessing the opportunities they deserve by 2030.