Principal Software Architect – Lead Backstage Platform

Elsevier; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global information and analytics leader is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to oversee the architecture and development of their Backstage platform. You will design robust full-stack solutions while guiding teams and ensuring engineering standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in software engineering and is adept at bridging technical and non-technical communication. This position offers a collaborative culture, flexible working options, and a suite of comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive Pension Plan

Home, office, or commuting allowance

Generous vacation entitlement

Flexible working hours

Employee Assistance Program (global)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience including leadership.
• Ability to interface with non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in mentoring and coaching teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the technical vision and delivery of the Backstage platform.
• Design and implement high-quality full-stack TypeScript solutions.
• Contribute to the open-source community and internal adoption.

Skills

Expert proficiency in TypeScript

Node.js

React

OAuth/OIDC/SSO

Unit/integration/e2e testing (Jest, Cypress)

Docker

Kubernetes

Infrastructure-as-code patterns

Education

BS in Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

A global information and analytics leader is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to oversee the architecture and development of their Backstage platform. You will design robust full-stack solutions while guiding teams and ensuring engineering standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in software engineering and is adept at bridging technical and non-technical communication. This position offers a collaborative culture, flexible working options, and a suite of comprehensive benefits.