Posted 17 months ago
Principal Engineer/Chief SW Architect
@ hireVouch
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
hireVouch is hiring a Principal Engineer / Chief Software Architect in Ontario to report to the CTO and drive the evolution of core platforms and technology architecture. The work covers scalable distributed backend systems, AI/ML feature design and mentoring engineers. Competitive salary and equity are offered, based on experience and role scope.
Responsibilities:
- Architect scalable distributed backend systems
- Lead design of AI/ML-driven features
- Guide engineers on architecture and best practices
- Drive DevOps, observability and reliability practices
- Foster technical excellence and mentorship
Requirements summary:
- 10+ years software engineering, 3+ years principal or architect
- Cloud-native design on AWS, GCP or similar
- Deploying machine learning models at scale
- Go, Python or TypeScript proficiency
- Docker and Kubernetes experience
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-06-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-31
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Software development |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
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Full company description
Our Edge Hiring and retaining skilled talent is paramount for your company’s success. Finding the right people – who have the right skills and right personality fit – can be incredibly challenging in today’s job market. Here at hireVouch we can help you acquire the highest calibre candidates through the relationships we have formed over more than a decade. Our approach is an ethical one. Rather than use the often-employed aggressive methods typical of the recruitment industry, our focus is placed largely on referral-based networking. Getting it right really matters to us. Let us leverage our network of talent that has already been vouched for by leading professionals in the industry to help your business grow. Services Offered Contingency and Retained Search Here at hireVouch we focus on sourcing best-in-class candidates for rewarding positions in Canada and the US. We have extensive expertise in Contingency, Retained and Temporary placement, primarily within the IT sector. On-Site Search Assistance We have a trusted network of HR and search professionals who can provide on-site search services to help fulfill immediate needs as well as help train internal staff in finding the highest quality talent Company Marketing Strategy We know how competitive the job market can truly be and how important it is to have a strategy to attract talent. At hireVouch we have extensive expertise in helping companies better market themselves. We can provide the tools and knowledge that will assist you in making your business a highly attractive place to work. Developing a company marketing strategy is key to hiring the talent you need to grow.
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- 68,412
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 7
- Reported office locations
- 215 Spadina Avenue, 4th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M5T 2C7, CA
- Other recorded names
- hireVouch
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- Yes
Our Edge Hiring and retaining skilled talent is paramount for your company’s success. Finding the right people – who have the right skills and right personality fit – can be incredibly challenging in today’s job market. Here at hireVouch we can help you acquire the highest calibre candidates through the relationships we have formed over more than a decade. Our approach is an ethical one. Rather than use the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Staffing and Recruiting |
| Company size | 2-10 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2016 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 175 |
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Principal Engineer / Chief Software Architect
A Little About Us
Making fans - That’s what we’re all about! Since our humble beginnings in 2011, these two words have driven us to become the successful company it is today. We are focused on making our mark as a next-generation, live operations games company.
We believe that each member is unique and brings exponential value to the company. In return, we provide our team with the opportunity to solve problems through continuous learning and fostering feedback, ultimately mastering their craft.
Role Description
We’re looking for an accomplished Principal Engineer / Chief Software Architect to drive the evolution of our core platforms and technology architecture. This Ontario-based leadership role reports to the CTO and will be pivotal in shaping the systems that power our products, with a strong emphasis on AI solution design, systems architecture, and scalable infrastructure.
What You’ll Do
Architect and evolve scalable, distributed backend systems to support our growing product portfolio.
Lead the design and deployment of AI/ML-driven features across our tools and player experiences.
Develop technical strategies that align engineering initiatives with business goals.
Guide engineers on architecture, best practices, and design patterns.
Contribute hands-on to prototypes and mission-critical system components.
Drive the evolution of our DevOps, observability, and system reliability practices.
Act as a cross-functional bridge between data science, product, and engineering.
Identify and resolve bottlenecks in performance, scalability, and reliability.
Own and evolve frameworks for security, compliance, and privacy-by-design.
Foster a culture of technical excellence, mentorship, and continuous learning.
What You Bring
10+ years of software engineering experience, including 3+ years in a principal or architectural role.
Proven track record of designing scalable cloud-native systems (AWS, GCP, or similar).
Deep understanding of system design principles, event-driven architecture, and service orchestration.
Expertise in deploying machine learning models and building AI-powered systems at scale.
Strong proficiency in modern languages such as Go, Python, or TypeScript.
Experience with containerization and orchestration, e.g., Docker and Kubernetes.
A security-first mindset and experience embedding security practices into design.
A collaborative approach and ability to lead through influence.
Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex problems into practical solutions.
What We Offer
A high-impact leadership opportunity in a fast-paced, live operations environment.
Competitive salary and equity package based on experience and role scope.
Continuous learning budget and opportunities for upskilling in AI and emerging tech.
Open culture that values creativity, accountability, and experimentation.
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