Principal Software Engineer Jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Principal Software Engineer jobs in Los Angeles are concentrated in Silicon Beach neighborhoods like Santa Monica, Venice, and Playa Vista, as well as downtown and the Westside corridor, across entertainment technology, streaming platforms, fintech, e-commerce, and defense tech. Employers hiring right now include Riot Games, Northrop Grumman, and Riot Games. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Autodesk is seeking SAP RAR SME with deep experience in SAP S4, RAR, OTC, Finance Applications and Reporting Toolsets to join the ET-LEEP-CF team. This is an SME level role with a high level of influence and responsibility.
RAR SME works hand in hand with product and engineering teams to create solutions that cross multiple connected systems and applications supporting Autodesk’s business activities. We are making huge investments in our Finance systems and application toolsets. As part of that, we have a need for a seasoned professional with deep proficiency in finance application technologies. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the SAP S4, RAR, doing POC's, identifying GAPS, providing the solution and doing hands on configurations , as well as experience working with engineering teams to develop feature functionality for key finance, accounting, and executive stakeholders across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates architectural options and Supports overall architecture of the system, ensuring commonality across systems
- Provides subject matter expertise and technical consulting support on either vendor or internal applications and interfaces
- Develop and deploy new processes and configuration to meet business needs in SAP RAR
- Interfaces with Product Managers, Product Owner, Engineering and IT partners at the Program level to define and estimate features for agile teams
- Conducts industry research, facilitates new product and vendor evaluations, and assists in vendor selection
- Assists in production support and maintenance of applications as needed
- Provides subject matter expert solutions and hands-on management of configuration
- Manage expectations with internal stakeholders and customers
Minimum Qualifications
- Must have Strong hands on experience with SAP RAR implementations with S4 HANA and acting as an Key functional resource
- 10+ years' experience in business application design, development, implementation, and/or solution architecture within the SAP Functional areas of OTC, RevRec, IFRS, USGAAP, ASC 606, RAR
- Detailed knowledge of Accounting principle and how RAR works
- Experience in Setting up BRF+ (business rule framework)
- Experience in implementing ASC 606 with applications like RAR, RevPro etc.
- Experience in doing Large data migration for RAR
- Experience with integration between ECC, CC, S4 BRIM, CI to RAR
- Knowledge of RAR OCM module is good to have
- Experience in an Agile environment is preferred
- Experience with multiple, diverse technical configurations, technologies, and processing environments
- Translates business needs into technical architecture requirements
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, including teamwork, facilitation, and negotiation
- Knowledge of all components of a technical architecture
- Ability to understand the long-term ("big picture") and short-term perspectives of situations
- Estimates financial impact of technical architecture alternatives
- Applies multiple technical solutions to business problems
- Quickly comprehends the functions and capabilities of new technology
- Excellent written and oral communications skills
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
- You take risks and can make quick decisions
- You can take vague requirements, clarify and drive them to execution
- You have a passion for continuous integration and continuous delivery
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About Autodesk
Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.
When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
Benefits
From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/
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Equal Employment Opportunity
At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.
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We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/global-belonging
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- Riot Games11

- Northrop Grumman4

- Snap2

- Convoso1

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Gaming & Esports
- Media & Entertainment
- Manufacturing
Principal Software Engineer Jobs in Los Angeles: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a principal software engineer job in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles hires principal software engineers most heavily in entertainment tech, streaming, gaming, fintech, e-commerce, and aerospace, with the densest concentrations in Silicon Beach, the Westside, and downtown. Candidates who stand out here tend to have deep distributed systems or platform engineering experience, since many Los Angeles employers operate at consumer scale. Building visibility at local tech meetups and targeting companies expanding their LA engineering hubs also helps.
Which companies hire principal software engineers in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles principal software engineer roles are posted by Riot Games, Northrop Grumman, and Riot Games and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The employer mix reflects the city's strengths, from major streaming and media tech firms in Burbank and Culver City to fintech startups and defense contractors in El Segundo and the South Bay.
Are there remote principal software engineer jobs in Los Angeles?
Yes, though principal software engineer roles that involve cross-functional leadership or team mentorship are more often hybrid than fully remote. About 29% of principal software engineer openings tied to Los Angeles are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote postings most common at product and platform companies headquartered in Silicon Beach.
How can I get a principal software engineer job in Los Angeles with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is building depth as a senior software engineer at a mid-size Los Angeles tech company before stepping into a principal role. Entertainment tech firms, gaming studios, and growth-stage startups in the Westside and Culver City cluster tend to promote from within and offer technical lead tracks. Contributing to open-source projects used by local employers and presenting at LA-area engineering events also builds the credibility hiring managers look for.
Which industries hire the most principal software engineers in Los Angeles?
The sectors hiring the most principal software engineers in Los Angeles are Technology & Software, Gaming & Esports, and Media & Entertainment, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Los Angeles's combination of major streaming and media companies, a dense fintech startup scene, and significant aerospace and defense contractors creates unusually broad demand for senior engineering leadership across multiple verticals.
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