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PACCAR

Front End Software Developer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$116K - $135K/yr

... to its principal business. About Global PACCAR Electronics The Global PACCAR Electronics ... Work closely with back-end developers to integrate APIs, services, and data sources into front-end ...

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PACCAR

Front End Software Developer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$117K - $136K/yr

... to its principal business. About Global PACCAR Electronics The Global PACCAR Electronics ... Work closely with back-end developers to integrate APIs, services, and data sources into front-end ...

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Walmart

Principal, Software Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$152K - $204K/yr

As a Principal Engineer, you will act as a hands-on technical leader and architect for the ... Lead end-to-end architecture across backend services andmodern web front-end (React/Redux)to ...

Enlyft

Principal Software Engineer - Backend

Kirkland, WA · Hybrid

$153K - $205K/yr

You'll shape architecture, mentor engineers across backend, frontend, and our AI platform, and help ... a principal or architect-level role * Deep expertise designing and implementing scalable ...

Enlyft

Principal Software Engineer - Backend

Kirkland, WA · On-site

$153K - $205K/yr

You'll shape architecture, mentor engineers across backend, frontend, and our AI platform, and help ... a principal or architect-level role * Deep expertise designing and implementing scalable ...

Microsoft

Principal Software Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$188K - $304K/yr

... leads frontend engineering for Entra, setting standards for shared UX libraries. The team is also ... We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to emphasize technical leadership, architectural ...

Roguebeam

Principal RFIC Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

The Role We're looking for a Principal RFIC Engineer to set the technical direction for the ... Experience designing beamformers or phased array front-end ICs * Familiarity with mm-wave design ...

Wealthfront

Software Engineer, Frontend

Seattle, WA · Remote

$150K - $189K/yr

As a core member of the Frontend team, you will: * Collaborate with backend and mobile engineers ... Disclosures: All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Tax-Loss ...

Wealthfront

Software Engineer, Frontend

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$150K - $189K/yr

As a core member of the Frontend team, you will: * Collaborate with backend and mobile engineers ... Disclosures: All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Tax-Loss ...

NetApp, Inc.

Principal Software Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$151K - $203K/yr

We are hiring a Principal Engineer to be the technical anchor for this product. You will own the ... Strong server-side engineering in one or more of Node.js, Python, Java, Go, or Rust. Front-end ...

NetApp

Principal Software Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$151K - $203K/yr

We are hiring a Principal Engineer to be the technical anchor for this product. You will own the ... Strong server-side engineering in one or more of Node.js, Python, Java, Go, or Rust. Front-end ...

Walmart

Principal, Software Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$152K - $204K/yr

As a Principal Software Engineer on the Marketplace Platform team, you will play a pivotal role in ... Our tech stack includes Java for backend services and ReactJS for frontend development,providingan ...

UKG

Principal Software Engineer- Eng

Seattle, WA · On-site

$153K - $206K/yr

Principal Software Engineer-ENG: This Principal Software Engineer- Eng role serves as a technical ... Front-end experience supporting or integrating with Angular applications. Background in event ...

UKG, Inc.

Principal Software Engineer- Eng

Seattle, WA · On-site

$153K - $206K/yr

Principal Software Engineer-ENG: This Principal Software Engineer- Eng role serves as a technical ... privacy. • Front-end experience supporting or integrating with Angular applications. • ...

Walmart

Principal, Software Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$132K - $264K/yr

As a Principal Software Engineer on the Marketplace Platform team, you will play a pivotal role in ... Our tech stack includes Java for backend services and ReactJS for frontend development, providing ...

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How much do principal frontend engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal frontend engineer in Seattle, WA is $183,150.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $153,600.00 and $206,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Principal Frontend Engineer vs Senior Frontend Engineer?

AspectPrincipal Frontend EngineerSenior Frontend Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in CS or related, extensive experienceBachelor's/Master's in CS or related, several years of experience
Work EnvironmentLeadership role, strategic planning, cross-team collaborationHands-on development, project execution, mentorship
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, startups, large enterprisesTech companies, startups, digital agencies
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding seniority, leadership scope, strategic impactTechnical skills, project responsibilities, experience level

The Principal Frontend Engineer typically holds a leadership role with strategic responsibilities, guiding multiple teams and setting technical direction. In contrast, a Senior Frontend Engineer focuses more on hands-on development, mentoring, and executing projects. Both roles require strong technical skills and experience, but the Principal position emphasizes leadership and vision within the organization.

Principal Frontend Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Principal Frontend Engineer job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $183,253 per year, or $88.1 per hour.

Frontend Software Engineer, LiveOps

Seattle, WA • On-site

Brinc Drones Inc
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$142K - $250K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and improve real time drone tele-operations features

  • Develop and improve cloud based products for Drone as a First Responder programs

  • Interact with end customers regularly to find improvements on UX/UI

Job description

About BRINC:
At BRINC, we are building the technology that will define the future of emergency response. As a vertically integrated U.S. drone technology company, BRINC designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft systems, autonomous drone stations, command-and-control software, and advanced autonomy for public safety. Today, BRINC deploys Drone as First Responder (DFR) networks that dispatch drones directly to 911 calls, providing real-time aerial intelligence before ground units arrive and helping first responders make faster, safer decisions. BRINC serves more than 1,000 public safety customers across all 50 states, is the sole drone supplier to Motorola Solutions, and has raised more than $280 million from leading strategic and technology investors, including Motorola Solutions, Index Ventures, Sam Altman, Dylan Field, and others. BRINC is recruiting exceptional engineers to build the next generation of autonomous emergency-response technology, including flight-critical firmware and advanced pilot-assistance capabilities.
About this Role:
We are seeking a Senior or Principal Frontend Software Engineer to join our fast paced LiveOps team to help develop a tele-operations platform for public safety teams to respond quickly to 911 calls. BRINC offers an industry leading Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program and we expand features every day as we learn more and more how to make our customers as efficient as possible. This role will quickly prototype new features with customers directly, take features into full fledged production, and help transition to newer tech stacks. If you like quickly iterating on products to create the perfect UX, this role is for you.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and improve real time drone tele-operations features
  • Develop and improve cloud based products for Drone as a First Responder programs
  • Interact with end customers regularly to find improvements on UX/UI
  • Prototype new products quickly to find product market fit
  • Help lead migration legacy tech stack to a new tech stack

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor or Masters degree in engineering, computer science, or similar degree. Note - we are considering candidates for mid-career, senior, and principal positions.
  • 5+ years experience with front end of fullstack development
  • Experience developing reactful, asynchronous front end code
  • Experience working with backend developers to develop clean interaction between front end to backend
  • Experience with quick prototyping of new front end experiences
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with extensive data visualization packages
  • Experience rendering real time inbound data
  • Experience with single page apps
  • Experience with websockets and UDP
BRINC Culture Values:
  • Try the hard stuff
  • Be innovative - Invent the future
  • Move fast
  • Listen to end-users
  • Strive for excellence
  • Don't build a dystopia
  • Be frugal
  • Save lives through technology

If you're interested in this role and in joining BRINC, we hope you'll apply. We'd love to review your application and get to know more about you!
BRINC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is resolute in cultivating an environment that promotes safety, diversity, inclusion and equity. We're committed to hiring the best talent - regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances - and empowering every employee so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need, please let our recruiting team know - we strive to provide appropriate accommodation and assistance.
Benefits and perks listed below may vary based on the nature of your employment with BRINC and/or the country within which you work
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for our employees and their families
  • 401K plan
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Flexible Time Off (Exempt) / Paid time off (Non-Exempt)
  • Flexible work environment
  • Orca pass (for those in Puget Sound)
  • Free snacks, drinks and espresso (Seattle office)

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