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Principal Software Engineer2 days/week in Winchester or London office)83,000 base salary + 10% annual bonus + 6% pension contribution + Private medical insuranceThe following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.We're looking for a Senior Principal Software Engineer to play a strategic role in guiding our engineering standards, architecture, and technical leadership.This is a high-impact opportunity within a nationally recognised technology organisation that powers essential infrastructure across media and utilities in the UK.What Youll DoLead development across complex systems and cross-functional teamsAct as a key decision-maker and deputy to the Head of Software EngineeringDefine and promote best practices across the software development lifecycleGuide architectural choices to ensure scalable, sustainable solutionsChampion modern tools, frameworks, and engineering practicesMentor and coach a cohort of ~10 engineersContribute directly to hands-on coding when neededReview code and ensure high-quality standards across projectsStay current with industry trends and bring fresh insights into our platformAbout YouExtensive experience in senior software roles with influence over architecture and technical directionStrong grasp of modern programming languages and frameworksProven leadership in engineering teams and mentoring individualsExcellent communication skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholdersDegree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experienceA passion for quality, performance, and continuous improvementWho were looking forProficiency in PythonFamiliarity with cloud-native development (preferably AWS)Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testingStrong knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScriptExperience with frameworks like React, Next.js, or similarUnderstanding of accessibility and testing best practicesStrong hands-on experience with AWS (certification a plus)Skilled in Infrastructure as Code (preferably Terraform)Solid grasp of CI/CD, observability, and modern cloud architecturesWhats on OfferUp to 83,000 base salary10% annual bonus6% pension contributionPrivate medical insurance25 days annual leaveFlexible benefits: wellness programs, dental/travel insurance, Gymflex, and moreHybrid working culture that supports work-life balanceSound good? APPLY NOW!