Principal Engineer (Remote)

ABOUT KNOWBE4

KnowBe4, the provider of the world’s largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, is used by tens of thousands of organizations around the globe. KnowBe4 enables organizations to manage the ongoing problem of social engineering by helping them train employees to make smarter security decisions, every day.
Fortune has ranked us as a best place to work for women, for millennials, and in technology for four years in a row! We have been certified as a “Great Place To Work” in 8 countries, plus we’ve earned numerous other prestigious awards, including Glassdoor’s Best Places To Work.
Our team values radical transparency, extreme ownership, and continuous professional development in a welcoming workplace that encourages all employees to be themselves. Whether working remotely or in-person, we strive to make every day fun and engaging; from team lunches to trivia competitions to local outings, there is always something exciting happening at KnowBe4.
As a Principal Engineer, you’ll lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge Python and Node.js applications and services, driving innovation and efficiency across our organization.
Additionally, you will harness advanced AWS technologies like Bedrock, Firehose, Lambda, and EventBridge. By integrating APIs from Salesforce, Netsuite, Zendesk, and other key business applications, you will be a part of creating tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of our internal users.
This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the development of innovative AI solutions that will shape the future of internal operations at KnowBe4. Must be passionate about leveraging AI and AWS technologies to drive efficiency and enhance user experiences.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Alternatively, significant years of experience in production software development will be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Extensive experience in software development using Python and Node.js, with a deep understanding of language fundamentals and best practices, particularly in AWS environments.
• Proven track record of architecting and delivering high-quality, scalable software solutions in a production environment.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD and Git Ops workflows.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to tackle complex technical challenges with creativity and innovation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Expertise in Python and/or Node.js programming languages for developing scalable and maintainable applications and services.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Experience in architecting and implementing solutions on the AWS cloud platform, with proficiency in various AWS services.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design principles.
• Experience with front-end development technologies such as React.js or Angular.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines, GitOps workflows, and containerization.
• Leadership experience in mentoring and coaching junior developers, providing technical guidance and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to tackle complex technical challenges with creativity and innovation.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Python and Node.js applications and services to support our AI initiatives, focusing on AWS technologies and adhering to stateless, event-driven, and well-architected principles.
• Architect scalable and maintainable solutions that meet business requirements and technical standards, utilizing AWS Bedrock and other cutting-edge technologies.
• Mentor and coach junior developers, guiding best practices and ensuring code quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into existing systems and applications.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and trends in Python and Node.js development, as well as AWS technologies, and recommend new tools and techniques.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Alternatively, significant years of experience in production software development will be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Extensive experience in software development using Python and Node.js, with a deep understanding of language fundamentals and best practices, particularly in AWS environments.
• Proven track record of architecting and delivering high-quality, scalable software solutions in a production environment.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD and Git Ops workflows.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to tackle complex technical challenges with creativity and innovation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Expertise in Python and/or Node.js programming languages for developing scalable and maintainable applications and services.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Experience in architecting and implementing solutions on the AWS cloud platform, with proficiency in various AWS services.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design principles.
• Experience with front-end development technologies such as React.js or Angular.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines, GitOps workflows, and containerization.
• Leadership experience in mentoring and coaching junior developers, providing technical guidance and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to tackle complex technical challenges with creativity and innovation.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

The base pay for this position ranges from $165,000 - $185,000, which will vary depending on how well an applicant’s skills and experience align with the job description listed above.
We will accept applications until 7/16/24.