Principal Software Engineer, Advanced Analytics Platform

Our tech stack

Our data platform runs on AWS and spans Apache Iceberg for table format and lakehouse architecture, Apache Kafka and Pulsar for real-time streaming, Apache Spark for data processing, and DynamoDB and Postgres for operational data stores.

We are migrating from legacy ETL patterns toward a modern, cloud-native data lakehouse and building out Feature Store capabilities to power ML-driven product experiences.

Our backend services are primarily Kotlin and Java.

AI at Toast

At Toast, one of our company values is that we're hungry to build and learn.

We believe learning new AI tools empowers us to build for our customers faster, more independently, and with higher quality.

We provide these tools across all disciplines, from Engineering and Product to Sales and Support, and are inspired by how our Toasters are already driving real value with them.

The people who thrive here are those who embrace changes that let us build more for our customers; it’s a core part of our culture.

Our Total Rewards Philosophy We strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits programs that help to attract, retain, and motivate the best and brightest people in our industry.

Our total rewards package goes beyond great earnings potential and provides the means to a healthy lifestyle with the flexibility to meet Toasters’ changing needs.

Learn more about our benefits at https://careers.toasttab.com/toast-benefits .

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The base salary range for this role is listed below.

The starting salary will be determined based on skills, experience, and geographic location.

In addition to base salary, our total rewards components include cash compensation (overtime, bonus/commissions if eligible), equity, and benefits.

You can learn more about how we align pay with local labor markets in our Geographic Pay Zone Philosophy .

How Toast Uses AI in its Hiring Process

Throughout the hiring process, our goal is to get to know you.

We use AI tools to support our recruiters and interviewers with tasks like note-taking, summarization, and documentation of interviews to ensure they can be fully focused on your conversation.

All hiring decisions are made by people.

To learn more: https://careers.toasttab.com/ai-in-hiring

Our Approach to Hybrid Working We embrace a hybrid work model that fosters in-person collaboration while valuing individual needs.

Our goal is to build a strong culture of connection as we work together to empower the hospitality community, regardless of location.

Please visit the Locations page on our career site to learn more about our in-office expectations by region: https://careers.toasttab.com/locations-toast

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is Baked into our Recipe for Success

At Toast, our employees are our secret ingredient—when they thrive, we thrive.

The restaurant industry is one of the most diverse, and we embrace that diversity with authenticity, inclusivity, respect, and humility.

By embedding these principles into our culture and design, we create equitable opportunities for all and raise the bar in delivering exceptional experiences.