Principal Engineer: Scalable Systems & Architecture

Qurated; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Manchester is seeking a Principal Engineer to shape the architecture and delivery of key platforms serving millions of customers. This permanent role involves driving technical excellence, mentoring engineers, and leading complex engineering initiatives. Candidates should possess a strong background in software architecture and distributed systems. The position offers hybrid working, providing flexibility while contributing to impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Strong background in software architecture and distributed systems.
• Experience leading complex engineering initiatives across multiple teams.
• Ability to bridge technical and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of complex, scalable software solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to teams.
• Contribute to technology strategy and architecture direction.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on technical solutions.
• Mentor engineers and promote engineering best practices.

Skills

Software architecture

Large-scale distributed systems

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Job description

A leading financial institution in Manchester is seeking a Principal Engineer to shape the architecture and delivery of key platforms serving millions of customers. This permanent role involves driving technical excellence, mentoring engineers, and leading complex engineering initiatives. Candidates should possess a strong background in software architecture and distributed systems. The position offers hybrid working, providing flexibility while contributing to impactful projects.