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Principal Engineer

London, GBFull-time2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead technical strategy and hands-on architecture for high-scale, distributed systems while mentoring engineering squads.

Role type

Principal Engineer (Technical Leadership & Hands-on Architecture)

Builds

Scalable, well-architected cloud systems and infrastructure

Domain

Cloud Infrastructure & Distributed Systems

Required skills

TypeScript, Node.js, React, AWS (EKS, Lambda, Aurora RDS), Kubernetes, GraphQL, JavaScript, Terraform, Helm, GitHub Actions, Jest, Pact, DataDog, SOLID principles, CI/CD, System Architecture, Mentorship

Preferred skills

AI-driven development integration, Observability mindset, Software Craftsmanship

Technologies

TypeScript, Node.js, React, AWS, Kubernetes, GraphQL, Terraform, Helm, GitHub Actions, DataDog, Jest, Pact

Responsibilities

Own technical strategy for the pillar, design and develop complex high-scale systems, ensure engineering consistency and best practices, mentor Lead and squad engineers, champion modern software practices, build observable systems, collaborate with Product and Delivery leaders, manage infrastructure and deployment pipelines.

Seniority

Principal, strategy & mentorship