Principal Engineer, Digital Assets & AI-First Platforms

RBS; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RBS is seeking a Principal Engineer, Digital Assets to lead best practices in software development and SDLC within the bank, delivering high-performance platforms and services for digital assets. You will guide architecture, drive innovation, and lead engineering teams with a strong emphasis on security and scalability.

You will shape technical strategy, mentor engineers, and engage with senior stakeholders to align solutions with regulatory and business goals while advancing AI-driven

Qualifications

• Extensive fintech experience with digital assets and blockchain-enabled platforms.
• Hands-on engineering background with modern cloud architectures and SDLC
• Ability to lead through influence, set direction and drive engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of platforms, applications and services for the bank.
• Define technical strategy and roadmaps for digital assets initiatives.
• Manage one or more software engineering teams, ensuring quality and standards.
• Engage with senior stakeholders and industry groups to share innovations.

Skills

Digital assets

Web3

Blockchain

Cloud architecture

DevSecOps

AI/ML mindset

Team leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Job description

RBS is seeking a Principal Engineer, Digital Assets to lead best practices in software development and SDLC within the bank, delivering high-performance platforms and services for digital assets. You will guide architecture, drive innovation, and lead engineering teams with a strong emphasis on security and scalability.

You will shape technical strategy, mentor engineers, and engage with senior stakeholders to align solutions with regulatory and business goals while advancing AI-driven