Principal Software Engineer (Minneapolis, MN) - Smartthings

We’re SmartThings, one of the leading IoT ecosystems in the world, creating the most effortless way for anyone to create a smart home.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung, our corporate offices are based in Minneapolis and the Bay Area.More than 350 million people worldwide use SmartThings to control and manage their connected life.
SmartThings delivers simple, powerful experiences across Samsung’s leading portfolio of phones, TVs, and appliances.  We also offer the most versatile smart home experience as an open platform with a rich partner ecosystem (think IKEA, SONOS, Honeywell, and so many more).
As a founding member of Matter, we are a leader in the industry to help make smart homes more secure, reliable and seamless to use.  Come be a part of the leading edge of IoT innovation!About the RoleWe are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join our Hub and Edge team.
The ideal candidate will excel at collaborating with product management, engineering teams, and external partners to align platform capabilities with partner requirements, driving innovation and advancing the platform in alignment with technical and business strategies.
This role requires deep technical expertise, strong cross-functional communication skills, and the ability to engage effectively with external stakeholders.A successful candidate will bring a strong background in connected platforms, particularly those integrating embedded systems and cloud-based solutions.
Your experience and vision will be instrumental in shaping the future of the platform, fostering innovation, and delivering impactful solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesThis position is a hybrid role, based onsite 3 days a week at our office in Minneapolis, MN. In this role, your primary responsibilities will include the following: Drive and support the Hub and Edge platform's architectural vision and technical roadmap, ensuring scalability, reliability, and innovation.Provide mentorship and guidance to engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence.Partner with product management/cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business and customer needs.Platform development:Design, develop, and enhance the Hub and Edge platform, focusing on connected solutions that span embedded and cloud systems.Identify and resolve technical challenges related to platform performance, scalability, and security.Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement within the platform to align with company goals and industry trends.Contribute to the technical and business strategy of the platform, balancing current needs with future scalability.Proactively identify risks and implement mitigations to maintain the platform’s stability and reliability.Clearly articulate technical concepts and solutions to technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership and external partners.Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseInclusive Hiring PracticesDon’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification.
At SmartThings, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
What You Bring On Day One (Required Qualifications) BA/BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or similar discipline.12+ years of professional experience in a software engineering role. Expertise in embedded systems and strong familiarity with cloud-native architectures (we are an AWS shop). Proficiency in programming languages like Rust, C, C++, Python, and Java, and tools like Git, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.Strong understanding of IoT ecosystems, secure software practices, and device-to-cloud communication protocols.Proven experience in technical leadership, mentoring teams, and driving architectural decisions.Effective collaboration and communication skills for engaging with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.Familiarity with Agile methodologies, emerging IoT standards, and modern software development best practices.SmartThings BenefitsWhy You’ll Love Working at SmartThingsWe offer an attractive compensation package with comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health; an HSA with employer contribution; life & disability insurance; FSAs for health and dependent care expenses; a competitive 401k with a 5% employer match, and more.All of our employees enjoy unlimited PTO, 12 paid holidays, and a generous parental leave policy (8 weeks fully paid parental leave and 8 more fully paid weeks for childbirth recovery leave). Eligible employees benefit from our education reimbursement program, and all employees enjoy access to learning resources through O’Reilly.Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging is embedded into our culture and our work, and everyone has frequent opportunities to join forums and groups and participate in ongoing projects.We offer either a parking stipend to cover the monthly garage cost or a public transit stipend.
EV chargers are also onsite.In-office catered lunches on Thursdays.Access to the onsite gym.Base compensation range for this position is $154,982 to $232,473.
Actual base within this range will depend on many factors including experience, skills, technical expertise and market alignment.
In addition, this role is eligible for a 25% annual target bonus.
At SmartThings, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all.
If you require accommodations to participate in our hiring process or to perform the requirements of the job, we will work with you to meet your needs in compliance with applicable laws.To complete the application process, please email and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will connect with you further. DepartmentHub and EdgeEmployment TypeFull TimeWorkplace typeHybrid