Principal Software Engineer

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Principal Software Engineer London - Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) Up to £115,000 + 15% Bonus + Benefits Method Resourcing is thrilled to be partnering with a global leader in the travel services and benefits sector. They're looking for a Principal Software Engineer to drive innovation and drive forward greenfield functionality as the company dives into AI. The role:
As a Principal Engineer, you will take charge of a newly launched greenfield project, leading its technical development from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to create a modern, scalable system using the latest technology. Your role will involve defining the architecture, making crucial technical decisions, and supporting multiple teams in delivering high-performance software. This position remains slightly hands-on but mainly planning and executing architectural plans. With a strong focus on cloud-native technologies, you will introduce AI, automation, and best engineering practices to ensure efficiency and scalability. Skills & experience we are looking for: Tech Stack Expertise
- Skilled in TypeScript (Node.js mainly but also React) & Cloud technologies such as AWS. Familiarity of Kubernetes, GraphQL, Kafka, and Mongo would be desirable. Leadership Experience
- You have a strong track record in designing large-scale, cloud-based distributed systems and have previous experience leading an engineering team or squad. Architecture & Problem-Solving
- You have the ability to design systems that manage high traffic efficiently while integrating smoothly into complex environments. Tooling & Collaboration
- Comfortable using Git, Confluence, Jira, and modern engineering workflows to streamline development. Mentorship & Leadership
- Actively mentors engineers at all levels, providing guidance, reviewing designs, and maintaining best practices. Benefits: Work abroad for up to 8 weeks per year 15% discretionary bonus 25 days holiday + increases with tenure 6% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance & dental insurance Life assurance (4x salary) Income protection plan (75% of base salary) Working pattern:
This role requires 2 days per week onsite in Central London, the other 3 days are WFH. If you're an experienced developer looking to drive innovation and mentor a high-performing team, apply today or send your CV to Please note:
My client cannot offer sponsorship and can only accept candidates with the
right to work in the UK . RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Location:
London
Salary:
£100,000
Category:
IT

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