Senior Principal Software Engineer

Jobgether; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruiting firm is seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer in the United Kingdom. This role involves leading the design and development of software solutions in a SaaS environment, with a focus on architectural decisions and mentoring. Candidates should have extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in C++, Java, and relevant technologies. The position offers competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and flexible working arrangements in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

RSUs or performance-based incentives

Access to cutting-edge technologies

Flexible working arrangements

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience, at least 3+ in a senior role.
• Deep expertise in C++ and object-oriented programming.
• Advanced knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of software components for SaaS.
• Drive architectural decisions and enforce coding standards.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers.

Skills

C++

Object-oriented programming

Java

JavaScript

TypeScript

Agile methodologies

DevOps practices

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Principal Software Engineer in United Kingdom.

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Principal Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and scaling of advanced software solutions in a SaaS environment. In this role, you will drive architectural decisions, establish technical standards, and mentor engineers to deliver high-quality, innovative products. You will collaborate closely with global teams, ensuring platforms are robust, scalable, and aligned with enterprise-wide technical strategies. This role offers the opportunity to influence technical direction, foster engineering excellence, and work on cutting-edge software projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Accountabilities

• Lead the design, optimization, and development of software components, services, and data structures for SaaS environments.
• Drive architectural decisions, enforce coding standards, and promote best engineering practices.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical excellence and innovation.
• Collaborate with product managers and cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into actionable solutions.
• Oversee testing, CI/CD pipelines, and performance monitoring to ensure reliable and maintainable software delivery.
• Represent engineering teams in cross-team initiatives, technical forums, and strategic discussions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience, including at least 3+ years in a senior or lead role.
• Deep expertise in C++ and object-oriented programming; experience in computational geometry or rendering is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Java (JSPs, Spring) and experience with JavaScript/TypeScript, modern frameworks (Angular, React), HTML5, and CSS.
• Advanced understanding of data structures, algorithms, distributed systems, RESTful APIs, microservices, and relational databases.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and large-scale CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Proven track record in mentoring engineers and influencing technical strategy.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with career growth opportunities.
• RSUs (Restricted Stock Units) or performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities to lead innovation and mentor teams in a global environment.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options.
• Support for professional development and continuous learning.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and diverse work environment.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

By submitting an application to this posting, the applicant acknowledges that Jobgether will process their personal data as necessary to evaluate their candidacy, provide feedback, and, when appropriate, share relevant information with potential employers. Such processing is carried out on the basis of legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures in accordance with applicable data protection laws. The applicant may exercise their rights of access, rectification, erasure, and objection at any time as provided under the GDPR.