Principal Software Engineer

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking Fintech company as a Principal Software Engineer, where you'll lead the development of innovative digital solutions. This role combines technical expertise with leadership, allowing you to shape software architecture while actively coding. You'll work with the latest Microsoft technologies, including Azure and .NET, in a collaborative Agile environment. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to make a significant impact in the financial services sector, driving projects from concept to completion while fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Benefits

Negotiable Base Salary

Pension

Bonus

Private Healthcare

City Centre Office Location

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software development with a focus on Azure and .NET.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in mentoring teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of innovative software solutions.
• Ensure code quality and performance while mentoring junior developers.

Skills

C# Programming

Azure

.NET Framework

Agile Methodologies

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Visual Studio

Azure DevOps

Job description

Job Description

Lead the Charge in Digital Innovation – Principal Software Engineer (Azure, .NET) – Hybrid working (Edinburgh/Glasgow)

Are you a seasoned developer who’s not only brilliant at coding but thrives on leading teams and shaping software architecture? We’re seeking a Lead/Principal Developer to spearhead the evolution of digital solutions for a rapidly growing Fintech company, where innovation meets impact. You’ll play a hands-on role in designing and building cutting-edge applications supporting customized applications and platforms in the private sector, working with the latest Microsoft tech stack including Azure and .NET, within an Agile delivery environment. If you’re someone who balances technical excellence with pragmatic decision-making and enjoys mentoring others, this role will be of interest.

Where Tech Meets Purpose

At this firm, they don’t just build software – they craft solutions that power the future of financial services. You’ll be at the forefront of modern system design, driving projects from concept to completion while ensuring code quality, scalability, and performance. This is your chance to lead meaningful work, contribute to technical strategy, and shape best practices – all while staying deeply involved in coding. With a collaborative, forward-thinking culture and access to cutting-edge tools, this is more than a job – it’s your next big career move.

Rewards

City centre office location in both Edinburgh and Glasgow. Negotiable base salary, pension, bonus, private healthcare.