This role is designed for a seasoned engineer with over 8 years of experience who bridges the gap between software development and infrastructure. You are the i
Work type: hybrid
Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Salary: $168,000 – $210,000/yr
Type: Full-time
This role is designed for a seasoned engineer with over 8 years of experience who bridges the gap between software development and infrastructure. You are the ideal candidate if you have a deep background in Golang or Java and have spent at least 3 years in a leadership capacity building internal developer platforms. Specifically, they are looking for someone who understands "Pipeline-as-a-Service" and how to scale ephemeral environments within a Kubernetes ecosystem. The compensation is competitive ($168k – $210k base) and comes with a comprehensive package including equity (RSUs), discretionary bonuses, and unique perks like daily free lunch and car discounts. While the role is hybrid in Boston, the focus is on high-impact modernization—moving the company toward hermetic, self-service development environments and leveraging AI-assisted coding tools like Windsurf and Cursor to drive efficiency. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Have mastered Golang or Java and enjoy building tools for other developers. * Are an expert in Kubernetes and CI/CD operations who prefers "automating everything" over manual fixes. * Enjoy a hybrid work model in the Boston area and value a culture that offers equity to all employees. * Are proactive about using AI-powered IDEs and tools to speed up the software lifecycle.
Who we are
At CarGurus (NASDAQ: CARG), our mission is to give people the power to reach their destination. We started as a small team of developers determined to bring trust and transparency to car shopping. Since then, our history of innovation and go-to-market acceleration has driven industry-leading growth. In fact, we’re the largest and fastest-growing automotive marketplace, and we’ve been profitable for over 15 years.
What we do
The market is evolving, and we are too, moving the entire automotive journey online and guiding our customers through every step. That includes everything from the sale of an old car to the financing, purchase, and delivery of a new one. Today, tens of millions of consumers visit CarGurus.com each month, and ~30,000 dealerships use our products. But they're not the only ones who love CarGurus—our employees do, too. We have a people-first culture that fosters kindness, collaboration, and innovation, and empowers our Gurus with tools to fuel their career growth. Disrupting a trillion-dollar industry requires fresh and diverse perspectives. Come join us for the ride!
Role overview
The DevX Pipelines & Automation team is hiring a Principal Software Engineer. The team plays a crucial role in enabling faster time-to-market while maintaining high quality. This position involves contributing to the continuous modernization of the platform, with a focus on self-service pipelines and ephemeral environments. The ideal candidate is passionate about Continuous Delivery and platform development, with a strong background in supporting complex software systems and an eagerness to drive efficiency in software delivery processes.
What you'll do
Individual pay within this range is determined by work location and other factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
This annual base salary forms part of a comprehensive Total Rewards Package. In addition to benefits, this role may qualify for discretionary bonuses/incentives and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
Position Pay Range
$168,000—$210,000 USD
Working at CarGurus
We reward our Gurus’ curiosity and passion with best-in-class benefits and compensation, including equity for all employees, both when they start and as they continue to grow with us. Our career development and corporate giving programs, as well as our employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities, help people build connections while making an impact in personally meaningful ways. A flexible hybrid model and robust time off policies encourage work-life balance and individual well-being. Thoughtful perks like daily free lunch, a new car discount, meditation and fitness apps, commuting cost coverage, and more help our people create space for what matters most in their personal and professional lives.
We welcome all
CarGurus strives to be a place to which people can bring the ultimate expression of themselves and their potential—starting with our hiring process. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We foster an inclusive environment that values people for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. That’s why we hope you’ll apply even if you don’t check every box listed in the job description. We also encourage you to tell your recruiter if you require accommodations to participate in our hiring process due to a disability so we can provide the appropriate support. We want to know what only you can bring to CarGurus. #LI-Hybrid