Principal Software Engineer – London/Winchester (Hybrid Remote) - £83k plus 10% Bonus

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcasting and telecommunications company is seeking a Principal Software Engineer in Southampton. This hybrid role involves developing cloud platforms, leading a team, and ensuring technical excellence. Flexible working hours and excellent benefits including private healthcare and generous vacation policy are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Remote work

Private healthcare

Generous holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in backend Python development on large-scale projects.
• Experience with AWS infrastructure and DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Terraform is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Building and deploying new cloud-based platforms for content syndication.
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.

Skills

Backend Python Development

AWS Infrastructure

DevOps Practices

Microservice Architectures

Mentoring Junior Engineers

Tools

Terraform

Job description

Principal Software Engineer – London/Winchester (Hybrid Remote) - £83k plus 10% Bonus

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 31.05.2025

Expiry Date: 15.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer for a leading broadcasting and telecommunications company. The role involves building and deploying new cloud-based platforms for content syndication and distribution. You will join a team of approximately 14 engineers, focusing on development, technical leadership, and mentoring.

This position allows for full remote work with travel to London or Winchester offices 1-2 days a week. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Enjoy flexible working hours, emphasizing productivity and work-life balance.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in backend Python development on large-scale projects
• Experience with AWS infrastructure and DevOps practices
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Terraform is a plus
• Experience designing and building microservice architectures
• Experience leading and mentoring junior engineers

The company offers a relaxed environment with perks such as flexible hours, remote work, private healthcare, and generous holidays. They focus on innovative technology solutions and rewarding work outcomes.

Interested candidates should apply with a CV to [emailprotected] promptly.