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# Principal Software Engineer at Workiva

Compensation · Listed in posting

$177,000 – $284,000/yr

**Setup**
: Remote, Hybrid

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: staff+

**Posted**
: Jun 26, 2026

## Description

Workiva is hiring a Principal Software Engineer to lead complex, cross-functional software initiatives across platform modernization, product evolution, and greenfield development. The role focuses on defining technical strategy, designing AI-driven engineering systems, improving reliability and performance, and mentoring Staff+ engineers. Candidates need at least eight years of experience building and scaling complex software systems, a relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent advanced education and experience, and demonstrated experience using AI as a primary development collaborator. The position offers a US salary range of $177,000 to $284,000, an annual discretionary bonus, restricted stock units, a 401(k) match, and comprehensive benefits, with work from an office or remotely from any location within the employee’s country of employment.

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