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Principal Software Engineer

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Manchester

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GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

19 days ago

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Principal Software Engineer at a leading eCommerce firm in Manchester. This role emphasizes strategic support for software engineers rather than day-to-day coding, bridging the gap between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the technology vision and ensuring the successful implementation of innovative solutions. With a focus on modern architectures like MACH and event-driven systems, this position offers the chance to lead and influence a large-scale digital transformation. Join a dynamic team and enjoy a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and excellent benefits in a vibrant work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Bonus scheme
Enhanced pension contribution
Private healthcare

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in software engineering, focusing on leadership and strategy.
  • Strong technical skills in JavaScript, React, and AWS technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Support Software Engineers and align technology vision with business goals.
  • Act as a liaison between non-technical stakeholders and Product engineering.

Skills

JavaScript
Typescript
React
Next.js
GraphQL
Node
AWS
Lambdas
Serverless
Event-driven architecture
Microservices
APIs

Job description

Job Description

Principal Software Engineer – Manchester – eCommerce

Great opportunity for a Principal Software Engineer to join a Manchester based eCommerce giant as they work on a large-scale digital re-platform across the estate to MACH and Event-Driven Architecture.

This role takes a bit of a step back from day-to-day coding and focuses more on supporting Software Engineers, technology vision and strategy. You’d also be the tandem between non-technical stakeholders and Product engineering, ensuring that the vision comes to life.

Key Technical Skills

  • JavaScript/Typescript
  • React, Next.js, GraphQL
  • Node
  • AWS, Lambdas, Serverless
  • Event-driven, Microservices, APIs

The client is open to candidates with 5 years experience plus, so if you are currently a Senior looking to take a step up and have all the relevant technical skills then this could line up for you.

The benefits are good too, with a competitive salary dependent on experience, bonus scheme, enhanced pension contribution, and private healthcare.

If you’re interested in learning more about the opportunity, apply through the link and I’ll be in touch ASAP.

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