Principal Software Engineer, Agent Policy Fabric

For our client, a leader in the Telecommunications & Hardware space, we are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their team and lead technical work focused on secure, reliable systems and risk-aware execution. This role offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Own and enhance APF Core Services focusing on Runtime Policy Verifier and authorization APIs
• Design and implement policy projection from canonical APF policies into runtime policy architectures
• Develop conformance and compatibility testing frameworks to validate APF deployments
• Collaborate on runtime interfaces with OpenShell and Infrastructure engineers
• Drive the integration of runtime interfaces, ensuring clear semantic and acceptance criteria
• Define and enforce architectural best practices including versioning and security defaults
• Create and maintain technical specifications that guide implementation across teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 15+ years in systems software, security engineering, distributed systems, or policy infrastructure
• Proficient in Rust, Go, C++, or Python; strong background in designing production services, APIs, and authorization systems
• Familiar with Linux systems, service-to-service APIs, CI, test automation, and cloud environments
• Hands-on experience in security engineering focusing on authorization, trust roots, and zero-trust architectures
• Proven ability to craft streamlined technical specifications and lead architectural discussions across teams

Pay

$272,000 – $431,250 annually

Benefits

• Flexible working hours and remote work options
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
• Engagement in innovative AI-driven projects
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
• Collaborative and inclusive team environment