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At SupplyHouse.com , we value every individual team member and cultivate a community where people come first. Led by our core values of G enerosity, R espect, I nnovation, T eamwork, and GRIT, we’re dedicated to maintaining a supportive work environment that celebrates diversity and empowers everyone to reach their full potential. As an industry-leading e-commerce company specializing in HVAC, plumbing, heating, and electrical supplies since 2004, we strive to foster growth while providing the best possible experience for our customers.
Through an Employer of Record (EOR), we are looking for a new Principal Backend Engineer in India to join our growing IT Team. This individual will report to our Sr. Director of IT, serve as a technical leader and system architect, guiding the design and delivery of scalable, reliable, and high-performance solutions across our e-commerce and internal platforms. You’ll partner closely with senior leaders to define the long-term engineering vision and lead initiatives that strengthen system performance, scalability, and reliability. If you’re an experienced technical leader who thrives on collaboration, mentorship, and building solutions that power business growth, we’d love to hear from you!
Role Type: Full-Time Location: Remote from India Schedule: Monday through Friday, 4:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time / 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Indian Standard Time to ensure effective collaboration Base Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 USD per year
Responsibilities :
Technical Strategy & Architecture
Architect end-to-end software solutions using modern frameworks and design patterns aligned with scalability, performance, and maintainability goals.
Lead system design discussions for high-traffic applications, ensuring robust architecture for business-critical services.
Evaluate, recommend, and implement architectural improvements to enhance scalability, observability, and resilience.
Define and uphold best practices for code quality, security, accessibility, and data privacy compliance.
Project Leadership
Lead complex, cross-functional projects from concept to delivery, aligning engineering solutions with business needs.
Collaborate with product and business teams to define technical vision and ensure cohesive project execution.
Oversee the technical implementation of new features and services, ensuring efficient use of system resources and infrastructure.
System Engineering & Optimization
Build and maintain distributed systems using Spring Boot microservices, Docker, and Kubernetes.
Design and optimize high-performance databases using MySQL and Oracle, leveraging indexing and tuning for efficiency.
Implement and manage Redis for caching, Eureka Server for service registration, and the ELK Stack for monitoring and analytics.
Configure Nginx and Apache for load balancing and high availability across production systems.
DevOps & Reliability Engineering
Own and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins for automated builds, testing, and deployments.
Ensure system health and stability through proactive monitoring, logging, and alerting strategies.
Drive improvements in deployment automation, infrastructure as code, and site reliability practices.
Leadership & Collaboration
Act as a technical advisor and mentor, helping develop engineers’ skills in architecture, design, and problem-solving.
Conduct code and design reviews to maintain engineering excellence.
Collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-departmental stakeholders to influence company-wide technical initiatives.
Foster a culture of innovation, ownership, and accountability across the engineering organization.
Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
10+ years of experience in enterprise-level software development.
Advanced proficiency in:
Java , Spring Boot , Microservices Architecture
MySQL , Oracle , and Redis
React and modern front-end frameworks
Docker , Kubernetes , Jenkins CI/CD
Linux/UNIX , Nginx , Apache , and ELK Stack
Deep understanding of data structures , algorithms , and system design principles .
Proven ability to architect and deliver complex backend systems and mentor technical teams .
Strong collaboration skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and align multiple teams toward shared goals.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience using AI platforms to increase productivity (ex: Claude, Copilot, ChatGPT, etc.)
Why work with us:
We have awesome benefits – We offer a wide variety of benefits to help support you and your loved ones. These include:
Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
Competitive Provident Fund contributions
Paid casual and sick leave, plus country-specific holidays
Mental health support and wellbeing program
Company-provided equipment and one-time $250 USD work from home stipend
$750 USD annual professional development budget
Company rewards and recognition program
And more!
We empower ownership – We all contribute to our success and we all share in it. Our Ownership for All program ensures each SupplyHouse team member will benefit financially from the company’s growth and accomplishments.
We promote work-life balance – We value your time and encourage a healthy separation between your professional and personal life to feel refreshed and recharged. Look out for our wellness initiatives!
We support growth – We strive to innovate every day. In an exciting and evolving industry, we provide potential for career growth through our hands-on training, diversity and inclusion initiatives, opportunities for internal mobility, and professional development budget.
We give back – We live and breathe our core value, Generosity, by giving back to the trades and organizations around the world. We make a difference through donation drives, employee-nominated contributions, support for DE&I organizations, and more.
We listen – We value hearing from our employees. Everyone has a voice, and we encourage you to use it! We actively elicit feedback through our monthly town halls, regular 1:1 check-ins, and company-wide ideas form to incorporate suggestions and ensure our team enjoys coming to work every day.
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Additional Details:
Remote employees are expected to work in a distraction-free environment. Personal devices, background noise, and other distractions should be kept to a minimum to avoid disrupting virtual meetings or business operations.
SupplyHouse.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer, strongly values inclusion, and encourages individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position.
To ensure fairness and trust in our hiring process, we ask that all application materials, assessments, and interview responses reflect your own thinking and perspective. You may use AI tools to assist in preparing your responses, as long as this use is clearly disclosed and you can speak authentically to your ideas and work. Our focus is on honesty, judgment, and how you approach problem-solving. We appreciate your transparency and look forward to learning more about your skills.
We are committed to providing a safe and secure work environment and conduct thorough background checks on all potential employees in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
All emails from the SupplyHouse team will only be sent from an @supplyhouse.com email address. Please exercise caution if you receive an email from an alternate domain.
What is an Employer of Record (EOR)?
Through our partnership with Remote.com, a global Employer of Record (EOR), you can join SupplyHouse from home, while knowing your employment is handled compliantly and securely. Remote takes care of the behind-the-scenes details – like payroll, benefits, taxes, and local compliance – so you can focus on your work and career growth. Even though Remote manages these administrative functions, you’ll be a part of the SupplyHouse team: connected to our culture, collaborating with colleagues, and contributing to our shared success. This partnership allows us to welcome talented team members worldwide while ensuring you receive a best-in-class employee experience.