Principal Engineer

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, with its EMEA HQ in Paris, Way is the category-leading B2B technology platform enabling brands to capitalize on the growing demand for transformative experiences. With 76% of consumers prioritizing experiences over material goods, Way delivers the tools brands need to adapt to this seismic shift in consumer behavior.

Founded in 2020, Way has redefined how hospitality brands build loyalty and generate experiential revenue at scale. Industry leaders such as Hyatt Hotels, Graduate Hotels, AutoCamp, and Auberge Resorts Collection, among hundreds of others, leverage Way’s platform to execute unforgettable offerings—from hot air balloon rides over Mexico City to truffle hunting in the French countryside.

Following a $20 million Series A funding round in late 2022, led by Tiger Global and MSD Capital, Way continues to grow at triple-digit rates year-over-year, backed by a $100 million valuation.

We are seeking accomplished professionals eager to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment that demands excellence and rewards impact.

The Role

We are seeking a hands-on, Principal Engineer to partner with the CTO to design and shape the architecture of our platform. Your focus will be to deliver scale, reliability, and performance while we continue to increase the capabilities of our platform. You will both write and review code, while also mentoring more junior developers on the team. You will drive best practices across the engineering teams and will lead by example.

The ideal candidate is an entrepreneurial engineer excited about solving complex backend problems, but also capable of navigating front-end code as well. You are passionate about technology, but also pragmatic in your approach. You will have previously solved significant scaling challenges involving concurrency.

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Improvements
• Engineering design for new features
• Platform performance, scalability, and reliabilityFeature delivery - around 50% coding
• Code Reviews and mentoring
• Engineering best practices

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in back-end architecture and practical experience with common architecture patterns
• Extensive performance troubleshooting experience, both front-end and back-end
• Mastery of Node/Nest.js, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL
• Cloud Infrastructure expertise including crafting Terraform
• Exemplary problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Previous experience at a high growth startup is preferred

Rewards

• Attractive salary package commensurate with experience and skill level
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and other benefits
• Stock options that offer a stake in our success
• Modern office located in the vibrant city of Austin, Texas
• Annual stipends for hotel stays and travel, allowing you to experience our partner offerings firsthand

Candidates are required to be located in or willing to move to Austin within 60 days of start date