Staff Engineer: Lead Architect for Scalable Systems

Sokin; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in the UK is seeking a Staff Engineer to play a critical role in designing and delivering scalable software solutions. This position involves mentoring team members, leading complex projects, and driving technical standards and best practices. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience in software development, particularly in large-scale systems. The role offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Agile and flexible working culture

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development experience with large-scale systems.
• Proven experience in programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, or JavaScript.
• Deep understanding of software design patterns and architecture.
• Experience with cloud technologies and microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable systems.
• Lead complex projects and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of growth.
• Implement best practices for team efficiency and code quality.

Skills

Software development

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Cloud technologies

DevOps practices

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Python

Java

C++

JavaScript

AWS

Job description

A leading financial services provider in the UK is seeking a Staff Engineer to play a critical role in designing and delivering scalable software solutions. This position involves mentoring team members, leading complex projects, and driving technical standards and best practices. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience in software development, particularly in large-scale systems. The role offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and collaboration.