Principal - Software Engineer

General information

Career area Technology Work Location(s) 601 S. Tryon Street, NC Remote? No Ref # 20946 Posted Date 10-17-25 Working time Full time

Ally and Your Career

Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We live this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?
Work Schedule: Ally designates roles as (1) fully on-site, (2) hybrid, or (3) fully remote. Hybrid roles are generally expected to be in the office a certain number of days per week as indicated by your manager. Your hiring manager will discuss this role's specific work requirements with you during the hiring process. All work requirements are subject to change at any time based on leader discretion and/or business need.

The Opportunity

At Ally, you get a startup feel, but experience the benefits of a company that has worked out the kinks and is fulfilling its purpose. We are always evolving and see that as a good thing. From owning our work to seeing its impact in the real world, our team is relentless in finding new ways technology can help make experiences better and help people. We are problem solvers, we value diverse thinking, we support one another, and we challenge ourselves to think bigger in the journey to deliver customer-obsessed tech solutions. To read more about what our tech team does, be sure to visit our tech blog at ally.tech

The Principal Software Engineer is a senior-level role responsible for leading the development and enhancement of web and mobile applications. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership skills to drive innovation and ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions. The Principal Software Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams, including product managers, architects, and engineers, to create exceptional user experiences and align development efforts with business goals. Additionally, this role involves mentoring junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and staying abreast of industry trends and best practices to maintain the company's competitive edge.

At this time, Ally will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The Work Itself

As a Front-End Developer, you will help your team on its journey to create innovative digital banking products for our customers.