Principal Software Engineer (Tech Lead, UoP)

Markforged (NYSE: MKFG) is leading the digital transformation of manufacturing by revolutionizing how engineers and manufacturers create and innovate. Our unique platform combines software, advanced materials (including cutting-edge metal and composite technologies), and industrial 3D printers to deliver strong, functional parts for various industries. We empower customers to overcome supply chain complexities, reduce costs, and accelerate innovation by producing high-performance tools, fixtures, prototypes, and end-use parts in-house.

As a Principal Software Engineer (Tech Lead, UoP) on our Eiger team, you will be helping us build best in class systems, with the potential to work on a few projects. This could be Full-stack Node.js Web development, building out the Companys cloud connected 3D printer / content management system and web-based slicer. This is a true full-stack role, ranging from designing REST APIs, utilising AWS services, optimising Postgres queries and implementing new 3D views in WebGL. You will be responsible for entire features, including decomposition of requirements, hands-on implementation, and cross-team co-ordination. You will have line management responsibilities for the local Software Engineer(s).

What will you own:

• Design, build, and maintain a world-class multi-tenant website for storing, editing, and printing 3D designs
• Enable enterprise-class system integrations by creating powerful APIs and beautiful user interfaces
• Work with engineers across the company to build new features at large scale
• Improve engineering standards, tooling, and processes
• Mentor junior software engineers
• Plan for the growth of the Companys infrastructure
• Any other duties as reasonably required

What you have:

• Substantial experience and proven background in building and shipping high quality code with strong CS fundamentals
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or equivalent experience
• Experience with contemporary web development frameworks (Angular, React/ Redux etc.)
• Experience with cloud systems such as AWS or Azure and an excellent command of Javascript or TypeScript
• Excellent verbal & written English communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels and with people from different engineering disciplines
• Experience of UNIX shell
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience of leading and motivating team members to ensure KPIs are met
• Hybrid working with 3 days from our office in Krakow

Benefits Highlights for Krakow-based roles:

• Two additional days off (1 for your birthday + 1 extra day)
• Private medical & dental care
• Private life & risk insurance
• MyBenefit
• Hybrid working model (3 days per week in our Krakow office)
• Employment contract (UoP)