Spectrum Effect · 6 hours ago
[USA] Principal Software Engineer
Kirkland, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
10+ years expSpectrum Effect is a dynamic startup focused on innovation in the wireless industry. They are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to design and develop high-performance software solutions while leading cross-functional collaboration and mentoring junior engineers.
AnalyticsMachine LearningSoftwareWireless
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the rapid design, development, and iteration of software solutions and features
Work with system engineers to translate complex technical RF requirements and deliver top-tier software solutions that are technically sound, feasible, and aligned with business objectives
Thrive in a fast-paced startup environment with shifting priorities
Maintain a pragmatic, solutions-oriented outlook and balance speed versus quality trade-offs effectively
Bring structure and clarity when navigating situations with high uncertainty
Communicate complex software concepts effectively to both internal and external stakeholders, including executive audiences
Provide technical guidance to software engineers, particularly in areas like improving engineering processes, ensuring software quality and security standards, and ensuring system reliability and performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or equivalent
Minimum of 7 years of Python, Go, Rust, C++, or similar related experience and 10+ years of general software development experience
Experience designing, building and working with real-time systems, with demonstrated comfort handling low level details (e.g., manual memory management, profiling experience)
Familiarity working without a traditional operating system
Strong curiosity and willingness to learn domain-specific telecom industry knowledge as appropriate
Exceptional ability to work independently and proactively with minimal oversight
Strong knowledge of software architecture principles and ability to contribute to architectural discussions
Strong judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Experience working in a leadership or senior engineering role
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Preferred
Experience with technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, Kafka, or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, InfluxDB)
Understanding of machine learning techniques and its applications is considered a plus
Familiarity with Java or modern frontend technologies and frameworks (e.g., JavaScript)
Experience working with modern deployment techniques and practices, such as CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
Understanding of RAN (Radio Access Network) concepts, including cells, sites, controllers, and topologies
Benefits
Competitive salary
Stock options
Flexible work environment
Company
Spectrum Effect
Spectrum Effect offers spectrum analytics services utilizing innovation and automated processes.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$17.37MKey Investors
Boulder VenturesJoseph Landy
2025-02-06Series Unknown· $2.07M
2023-12-05Series Unknown· $3M
2023-08-09Series Unknown· $1.92M
Leadership Team
Charles Immendorf
Co-Founder and CEO
Shaun McCarthy
President and Chief Revenue Officer
Recent News
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2025-12-10
Google Patent
2025-02-16
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