Principal Engineer
Remote
Full Time
#Engineering
#AWS
#RDS
#Containers
#Technology
#Software
#AI
#System Design
#Architecture
#Technical Strategy
We're fabric, the next-generation commerce platform built to power world-class shopping experiences anywhere. Founded in 2017 by Amazon veterans and headquartered in San Francisco, we bring enterprise-grade technical principles to retail. Leading brands like Chico’s, Brooklinen, and Ashley’s Furniture already run their modern commerce operations on fabric, and we’re just getting started.
Role at a glance
We’re hiring a Principal Engineer on a full-time basis at the executive level. The role is fully remote and open to candidates located anywhere.
Your impact
- Lead system design and architecture decisions across our commerce platform, translating complex business needs into scalable technical solutions.
- Guide engineering teams on critical technical approaches, mentor senior and junior engineers on best practices, and partner with leadership to shape long-term technical strategy.
- Roll up your sleeves to tackle hard customer-facing issues, establish clear interfaces between teams, and drive operational and engineering excellence across the organization.
What you'll need
You bring more than ten years of experience building and scaling commerce software, including hands-on work with commerce components and SaaS products. You have a proven track record leading and mentoring engineers across an organization of fifty or more developers, and you’re comfortable influencing outcomes without formal authority.
Expertise in commerce technology and enterprise-scale systems is essential, along with deep familiarity with AWS services such as DynamoDB, RDS, ECS/EKS, and container-based architectures. Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills round out your profile. A background in AI or machine-learning models is a plus as we advance our AI vision.
English fluency is required, and a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or a related field supports your technical foundation.
Perks and compensation
- Remote work flexibility so you can do your best work from anywhere.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
- Paid time off and holiday plans to recharge.
- Wellness and technology programs that support your growth both personally and professionally.
- A fast-paced, collaborative environment where a team invested in you helps you thrive.
