Principal Backend Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and influential Principal Backend Engineer to join their esteemed technical team in Bradford . This senior role involves architecting, designing, and implementing complex backend systems that form the backbone of their core products. You will play a key role in setting technical direction, mentoring other engineers, and driving architectural excellence. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a substantial impact on the company's technology strategy and execution in Bradford .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable, resilient, and high-performance backend services and APIs.
• Define architectural standards and best practices for backend development across the organization.
• Mentor and guide mid-level and junior engineers, fostering technical growth and knowledge sharing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and technical roadmaps.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and frameworks to meet project and business needs.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a significant focus on backend systems.
• Deep expertise in one or more backend languages such as Java, C#, Python, or Go.
• Proven experience designing and implementing microservices architectures and distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL), caching mechanisms, and message queues.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies.

Benefits

• Excellent base salary and a significant annual bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous holiday allowance and flexible working options.
• A substantial budget for professional development, including conferences and certifications.
• An innovative and collaborative work environment with high visibility.