Lead Principal Software Engineer — Remote (Path to CTO)

Touchstone Advisory Limited; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK independent valuation advisory firm is seeking an exceptional Principal Software Engineer to lead the evolution of their proprietary valuation platform. This role involves setting the technical direction and guiding a team to deliver a market-ready product. Candidates should have over 10 years of software development experience, strong knowledge of modern web technologies such as React and Python, and a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a STEM field. This is a remote position with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible remote working

Private medical insurance

Employee equity incentive schemes

Discounted gym membership

Regular team meet-ups and socials

Professional development and training support

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering commercial, market-ready software products.
• Experience leading a software team and guiding architectural direction.
• Deep experience developing modern web applications, ideally having launched a product to market.
• 10+ years of software development experience.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end delivery of proprietary valuation software into the market.
• Define the technical vision, architecture, and engineering standards for the product.
• Lead and mentor a growing team of engineers.

Skills

React

Redux

TypeScript

Python

FastAPI

SQLAlchemy

AWS

Software architecture

Design patterns

Scalable system design

Education

BSc or MSc in a STEM field

Job description

A leading UK independent valuation advisory firm is seeking an exceptional Principal Software Engineer to lead the evolution of their proprietary valuation platform. This role involves setting the technical direction and guiding a team to deliver a market-ready product. Candidates should have over 10 years of software development experience, strong knowledge of modern web technologies such as React and Python, and a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a STEM field. This is a remote position with opportunities for professional development.