PRINCIPAL ENGINEER
$150,000 - $175,000 per year
Why join our team?
Interpersonal Frequency (I.F.) is a remote, mission-driven technology company dedicated to improving digital government for all. We partner with public sector organizations across the U.S. to design, build, host, and support secure, data-informed digital experiences that help communities better access information and essential services. Our team values collaboration, accountability, and thoughtful innovation, and we’re motivated by work that makes a meaningful impact in the lives of millions of people every day.
We aim to be transparent and equitable in our compensation practices. The total salary range for this role is $150,000 - $175,000 per year, depending on experience, education, and transferrable skills. Does this range align with your expectations?
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At I.F. we care about our team and we take care in selecting new staff. Our hiring process may include multiple interviews, skills or work-style assessments, reference checks, and a background check. Some roles may also require occasional travel.
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I confirm that I can participate in the full recruiting process, which could last up to 6 weeks
I cannot participate in the full recruiting process at this time
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Last Name
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Email Address
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Cell Phone Number
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Are you currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future? **U.S. Citizen or have a Green Card. We are unable to sponsor visas at this time.
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Yes, I am a U.S. Citizen or have a Green Card
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What city & state would you be working from? We are currently not hiring in California.
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Example: McLean, Virginia
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
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High school or GED
Associate's degree
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What is your LinkedIn profile URL?
Example: www.linkedin.com/in/candidate-name
Were you referred by a current I.F. employee? If so, please give their full name:
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Culture & Fit Questions
Our mission is to empower 1 in 4 people living in the U.S. through I.F. technology by 2029. What excites you most about working toward this goal?
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We operate by five core principles: Pursue Results, Care, Collaborate, Speak and Hear Truth, and "I've Got This." Which of these resonates most strongly with you, and why? Please use specific examples to defend your choice.
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Remote work gives us "flexibility to build balance, between work and life, focus and freedom." It also requires discipline and intentional communication. What does "intentional communication" mean to you in a remote work environment?
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Right-Person, Right-Seat Questions
How many years of professional software engineering experience do you have? This should include time at a senior, staff, or principal level as an individual contributor.
Less than 3 years
3-5 years
5-7 years
7+ years
How many years of experience do you have with owning architecture, setting standards, and mentoring engineers (beyond individual ticket work) on decoupled/headless web platforms that host multiple client websites, including operating multi-tenant Kubernetes in production for public-facing sites?
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
5+ years
Describe a situation when you traced a production problem across CDN, application, and infrastructure layers and found that the obvious symptom wasn’t the real cause:
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Describe a situation when a traffic spike (a news event, emergency, or seasonal surge) pushed a public-facing site to its limits and you had to stabilize it first, communicating clearly while it was happening:
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Equal Opportunity Statement
I.F. is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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