Principal Engineer • Lead

Who you are

You have extensive experience in financial applications engineering, ideally with a strong background in enterprise financial solutions. Your deep understanding of accounting principles and compliance requirements allows you to design and optimize robust applications that meet business needs. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions. You are a technical expert who enjoys tackling complex challenges and driving innovation within financial systems. Your leadership skills enable you to guide and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of growth and learning within your team. You are adaptable and open to diverse perspectives, understanding that fresh ideas are crucial for disrupting the automotive industry.

Desirable

Experience with specific financial platforms or tools would be a plus, as would familiarity with integration processes and best practices in financial application development. A background in the automotive industry or a similar fast-paced environment could also enhance your fit for this role.

What you'll do

As a Principal Financial Applications Engineer, you will lead the design and implementation of financial applications that support CarGurus' mission to enhance the automotive journey for consumers. You will collaborate with various teams to understand their needs and translate them into technical requirements, ensuring that the solutions you develop are scalable and efficient. Your role will involve optimizing existing financial systems and integrations, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing best practices to enhance performance. You will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, working closely with finance teams to align technical solutions with business objectives. Your expertise will be critical in guiding the technical direction of financial applications, making strategic decisions that impact the overall success of the organization.

What we offer

At CarGurus, you will be part of a people-first culture that values collaboration, kindness, and innovation. We provide our employees with the tools and resources they need to grow their careers and make a meaningful impact in the automotive industry. You will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, balancing remote work with in-office collaboration. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we believe diverse perspectives lead to better solutions. Join us in our mission to transform the automotive marketplace and help millions of consumers navigate their car buying journey.