Principal Software Engineer: TypeScript/React on AWS

Very Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retail company is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to design and implement software solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software architecture and a strong background in TypeScript, React, and AWS. You will lead the development lifecycle and mentor junior engineers. This role includes a flexible hybrid working model and various benefits including a flexible allowance and discounts on products.

Benefits

Flexible, hybrid working model

30 days holiday + bank holidays

£1,000 flexible benefits allowance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in software architecture across multi-cloud environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with required technologies.
• Proven ability to mentor less experienced engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with engineers and product owners to deliver systems.
• Drive improvements in continuous integration and deployment processes.

Skills

Building, integrating, and managing complex software architectures

TypeScript

React

Nest.js

AWS components

CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab CI)

Code quality

Excellent collaboration and communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading UK retail company is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to design and implement software solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software architecture and a strong background in TypeScript, React, and AWS. You will lead the development lifecycle and mentor junior engineers. This role includes a flexible hybrid working model and various benefits including a flexible allowance and discounts on products.