Job Title: Principal Software Engineer Job Description The Principal Software Engineer will play a pivotal role in leading the design and implementation of backend services, data pipelines, and architecture that power our platform. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and intelligent systems that enable scalable software solutions that leverage advanced analytics and AI-driven insights. This role requires both deep technical expertise and the ability to influence strategy, mentor engineers, and drive technical excellence across the organization. Responsibilities + Lead the design and development of distributed backend services, data pipelines, and APIs, ensuring scalability, performance, and security. + Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement. + Collaborate with product managers, engineering managers, and software engineers to translate requirements into robust, data-driven solutions. + Architect data systems that support real-time and batch processing, advanced analytics, and AI/ML model integration. + Conduct design reviews, help enforce engineering best practices, and ensure high-quality standards across the Gordian platform. + Participate in architectural discussions and influence technical decisions that shape both backend and data platforms. + Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to enhance platform capabilities, particularly in data engineering and AI domains. Qualifications + Bachelor or Masters degree in computer science or related field. + 10+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong track record in backend, data engineering, and solution architecture. + Expertise in designing and building distributed systems, APIs, and cloud-native applications (Azure, AWS, or GCP). + Strong background in data engineering: ETL pipelines, event streaming, data lakes/warehouses, and distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Spark, Flink, Trino, Kafka). + Experience with modern programming languages such as C#, Java, Python. + Solid understanding of both SQL and NoSQL databases, data modeling, and performance optimization. + Familiarity with AI/ML engineering workflows, including model training, serving, and integration into production systems. + Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across teams. **Fortive Corporation Overview** Fortive’s essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare. We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care. We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact. At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference. At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone. At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating. Fortive: For you, for us, for growth. **About Gordian** Gordian is the world’s leading provider of facility and construction cost data, software and services for all phases of the building lifecycle. A pioneer of Job Order Contracting (JOC), Gordian’s offerings also include our proprietary RSMeans data and Sightlines Facility Intelligence solutions. From planning to design, procurement, construction and operations, Gordian’s solutions help clients maximize efficiency, optimize cost savings and increase building quality. Gordian is a part of the international business group Fortive, with 26,000 people employed worldwide.We offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and LTD insurance, HSA, and a 401(k) retirement plan. EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com. **Pay Range** The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 120,500.00 - 223,900.00 The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 120,500.00 - 223,900.00 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.