Tech Lead, Software Engineering (Full-Stack)

Cricut® empowers people to make and personalize almost anything—from custom cards and apparel to everyday items and home décor. Our smart cutting machines, design apps, and materials make creativity easy and accessible for everyone. We believe everyone is born creative, and our mission is to put the power of handmade into the hands of all. With a passionate community of Makers around the world, Cricut helps turn inspiration into real, tangible creations—one project at a time.

Let’s make.

We're looking for a Tech Lead to own a cross-platform product pod while staying hands-on in Full-Stack development. You'll be the technical anchor of your pod — driving architecture, coordinating across iOS, Android, Desktop and API, and partnering directly with Product and UX on what gets built and how. Roughly half your time is in the code; the other half is invested in your team and the cross-platform direction of your pod. This is a role for someone who loves building software and leading the people who build it alongside them. 

We build with AI. Our engineers use tools like Copilot, Codex, and Claude as part of their daily workflow — to move faster, prototype ideas, and stay focused on high-leverage work. As a Tech Lead, you'll help shape how your team adopts and benefits from these tools. 

Responsibilities 

• Lead with ownership: thrive in ambiguity, proactively clarify requirements, and drive work forward without waiting for direction 
• Own Full-Stack (Backend API plus Internal Web App) development for your pod — hands-on coding, architecture, code reviews, and technical standards (~40–50% of time in code) 
• Lead cross-platform technical direction for your pod, ensuring features are designed and implemented consistently across iOS, Android, Desktop, and API 
• Drive architectural discussions and decisions on design patterns, API contracts, and cross-platform consistency 
• Own and maintain Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) for your pod 
• Partner with Product Management and UX on story refinement, sprint planning, sizing, and quarterly roadmap commitments 
• Run Scrum ceremonies and maintain a healthy, well-groomed backlog 
• Mentor Senior Engineers on your pod; invest in their growth and help build the next generation of Tech Leads 
• Collaborate with API teams on service design and integration 
• Partner with Management to improve pod strategy & execution 
• Manage software releases for your pod 

• 7+ years of professional software development experience, including experience in a senior or lead capacity 
• Extensive hands-on experience developing production web APIs 
• Demonstrated experience leading technical direction across a small engineering team 
• Highly proficient in C#/.NET and ASP.NET 
• Experience with data stores like PostgreSQL and MongoDB (Neo4j a plus!) 
• Experience with event streaming tools such as Apache Kafka 
• Experience with cloud compute (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization with Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, GKE, or equivalent) 
• Proficient with at least one modern web front-end framework (Angular, React, or Blazor) and its ecosystem (e.g., TypeScript, component architecture, state management) 
• Solid knowledge of modern design architectures (e.g., MVVM, MVC, Clean Architecture, or platform equivalents) 
• Experience crafting RESTful APIs and working with client teams on contract design 
• Experience with automated testing appropriate to your platform 
• Experience with Git and branching workflows 
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies in a delivery-focused environment 
• Strong communication skills — able to articulate technical tradeoffs to engineers and non-technical stakeholders alike 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience working across multiple client platforms (e.g., a Full-Stack lead with working knowledge of iOS, Android, or Desktop constraints) 
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools (Copilot, Cursor, Claude) 
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines 
• Experience coordinating with offshore or distributed teams 
• Working knowledge of internationalization 

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience. 

Location

This role is based on-site at our South Jordan, Utah office Monday–Thursday. 

We’ve Got You Covered

At Cricut, we take care of our people. Enjoy competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, a 401(k) match, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, and a yearly lifestyle stipend to support your wellness and passions. You’ll also receive exclusive employee discounts—and best of all, you’ll be surrounded by some of the most talented, creative, and curious minds out there.

A Quick Note Before You Apply…

Cricut is in an exciting chapter of transformation. We’re evolving fast—refining our strategy, growing our teams, and raising the bar across everything we do. This is an incredible opportunity for the right kind of person—but it’s not for everyone.

We’re looking for A-players—people who thrive in dynamic environments, turn challenges into momentum, and consistently deliver their best work. If that sounds like you, read on.

Here’s what makes someone a great fit for this role (and for this moment at Cricut):

• You move with urgency. You don’t wait for perfect clarity to act—you start, learn, and adjust.
• You set high standards. You take ownership, deliver quality, and hold yourself accountable.
• You stay focused when things move fast. You prioritize what matters most and tune out the noise.
• You collaborate like a pro. You elevate others, communicate clearly, and bring a low-ego, high-output energy.
• You embrace AI as part of your toolkit. From idea exploration to data analysis and creative problem-solving, you leverage AI to accelerate innovation and amplify impact—because technology and creativity go hand-in-hand here.

One More Thing (It’s a Big One)

This role is in-office at least 4-5 days per week. We believe real collaboration, innovation, and culture are built face-to-face. If you’re energized by working alongside smart, kind, creative people—and love those hallway conversations that spark the next great idea—you’ll feel right at home.

If you’re looking for a fully remote role, this may not be the right fit. But if you’re excited by challenge, purpose, and building something better—let’s make something amazing together.

Relocation Statement:

• This position is eligible for relocation assistance.

What to Do Next: Please attach your resume, cover letter and/or include links to your portfolio or other social presence. If you want to show your super powers in other ways – include that information too. You can be sure that Cricut® is an employer who values individuality, equality and diversity, so tell us what you’re all about. If you are a Maker or a DIY enthusiast, whether you think you are a good one or not, we would love to hear about it when you send us your information.

Cricut® is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. This position is contingent on successfully completing a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Cricut participates in E-Verify.