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Principal Software Engineer


Company : Latitude IT


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-05-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from Latitude ITRecruitment Specialist - Data & Analytics PracticeLocation: Sydney or MelbourneMultiple Principal Engineers required as the client continues to grow the engineering practiceAbout the Role:Are you an experienced software engineering leader ready to shape the future of technology in a collaborative, innovative environment? Were seeking a Principal Software Engineer to drive complex, cross-functional technical initiatives and architect scalable, maintainable solutions supporting strategic business goals. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic decision-making and mentoring, ideal for someone passionate about driving technical excellence and fostering an inclusive, high-performing engineering culture.What Youll Do:Technical Leadership: Direct complex engineering projects across multiple teams, ensuring smooth coordination and technical success across platforms and systems.Architect Future-Ready Systems: Develop and maintain scalable, secure, and efficient system architectures that are aligned with our organisational goals.Mentor and Develop Talent: Share your expertise with senior engineers, setting the standard for engineering excellence and best practices.Drive Strategic Decisions: Work closely with product and business stakeholders to turn high-level goals into actionable technical roadmaps, leveraging emerging tech to our advantage.Strengthen Engineering Culture: Play a vital role in recruiting, onboarding, and cultivating a high-performing, inclusive team of skilled engineers.Innovate with Stakeholders: Partner with product and business teams to develop forward-thinking solutions that meet market and customer needs.What Youll Bring:Cloud Expertise: Proficiency with cloud infrastructure, particularly in Azure, AWS, or GCP.Database and Performance Skills: Strong familiarity with SQL databases, Postgres, Redis, and experience optimising for system reliability and performance.Tool Mastery: Understanding of CI/CD tools, DevOps principles, and experience with tools like DataDog and LaunchDarkly.Experience in Leadership: At least 8 years in software engineering, with a minimum of 3 years in a technical leadership capacity, guiding cross-functional teams and mentoring senior engineers.Educational Background: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience and certifications.What will make you stand out?Visionary Mindset: You see the big picture, creating and implementing technical strategies that support long-term objectives.Problem Solver: Youre resourceful and quick to tackle challenges that involve complex, multi-system issues, maintaining high standards of reliability and performance.Customer-Centric Thinking: You understand the importance of keeping the customer front and center in all technical initiatives.Adaptable and Resilient: You thrive in dynamic environments, continually learning, adapting, and growing alongside our organisation.Collaboration Focused: Youre skilled at building partnerships across teams, promoting an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectivesSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesInformation ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Latitude IT by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Software Engineer roles.Software Engineer, Early Career, NetSoftSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSoftware Engineer, Early Career, iOS, PhotosSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days ago2025 Software Development Graduate (AWS, Auckland,NZ), (0-2 Years, Entry-Level)Software Engineer, 2025/2026 Intern Australia & New ZealandSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSoftware Development Graduate (2025, AWS)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSoftware Engineer Internship (Infrastructure) 2025/26 - ANZSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 hours agoNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSoftware Engineer, Launch Graduate Program 2026 - AustraliaSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoIntern Software Engineer - Multiple RolesSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 months agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days ago2025 Australia Software Engineering InternshipSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 9 hours agoSoftware Engineers - Mid/Senior - (Typescript, React, Node, AWS)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 months agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoSoftware Engineers - AI Team (Typescript/Node/React/AWS)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoMacquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 hours agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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