Principal Software Engineer

Toronto, OntarioPosted 23 days ago

Role Overview

Kaseya Careers is hiring a Principal Software Engineer. This is a full-time role in Toronto, Ontario. Part of Kaseya Careers's Security hiring, posted 3 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Principal-level Security roles is $160k-$260k (based on 28 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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About Kaseya

Kaseya is the leading provider of AI-powered IT management and cybersecurity software, serving Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and internal IT organizations worldwide. Our comprehensive platform helps organizations efficiently manage, secure, and automate their IT environments, driving operational efficiency and long-term business success.

Backed by Insight Partners, a leading global software investor, Kaseya has experienced sustained double-digit growth and continues to expand its global footprint. Today, Kaseya supports customers in more than 20 countries and manages over 15 million endpoints worldwide.

Founded in 2000, Kaseya has built a culture centered around innovation, accountability, and results. We are a high-growth, high-performance organization that values individuals who are driven, adaptable, and committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for our customers and teammates alike.

At Kaseya, success comes from embracing challenges, moving with urgency, and continuously raising the bar.

Job Summary

We’re hiring a Principal Software Engineer to provide technical leadership across enterprise SaaS platforms and strategic engineering initiatives. This role focuses on Java-based platform architecture, distributed systems, and cloud-native services that support large-scale business-critical applications. You will partner with Engineering, Product, Security, and Architecture leaders to drive technical strategy, guide platform evolution, and deliver secure, scalable, and highly available software across multiple products and teams.

Required Qualifications

12+ years of software engineering experience building SaaS applications, distributed systems, or enterprise software platforms
8+ years of experience developing production applications using Java
Experience leading architecture and technical strategy across multiple teams or product areas
Experience designing and operating distributed systems in cloud environments
Experience driving technical standards, architecture reviews, and engineering best practices across an organization

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Java ecosystem technologies such as Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Hibernate, Kafka, or similar frameworks
Experience working with AWS, Azure, or GCP
Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, or Oracle
Experience leading platform modernization, cloud transformation, or large-scale architecture initiatives
Experience working with cloud-native architectures, microservices, and event-driven systems
Experience integrating AI-enabled capabilities into production software systems
Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) in engineering workflows

Additional information
Kaseya provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, age, ancestry, gender, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Principal Software Engineer position at Kaseya Careers?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Kaseya Careers. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Principal Software Engineer position at Kaseya Careers located?

This position is based in Toronto, Ontario. Kaseya Careers has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Principal Software Engineer at Kaseya Careers earn?

Kaseya Careers has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Principal Software Engineer role at Kaseya Careers posted?

This role was posted on June 22, 2026 (23 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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