Principal Technologist

Company: TXP
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Location: London
Job Description:

Principal Technologist – Contract

We are seeking a hands‑on Principal Technologist to support a major UK Government programme, focused on legacy IT remediation and modernisation. This is a senior technical role where you’ll be actively designing, prototyping, and delivering solutions – not just defining strategy. You’ll work closely with engineering teams to rapidly test ideas, refine approaches, and implement practical improvements across complex systems.

Key Experience Required

  • Strong hands‑on engineering / development background
  • Proven experience building and prototyping technical solutions
  • Experience working across large‑scale or enterprise systems
  • Ability to work at pace, iterate quickly, and lead technical delivery
  • Comfortable assessing multiple approaches and driving the best outcome

Contract Details

  • Rate: £800 per day (Inside IR35)
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Location: London, Bristol, or Manchester (Hybrid)
  • Clearance: BPSS minimum (SC preferred)

If you’re a technically strong problem‑solver who enjoys fixing real issues in complex environments, please get in touch for more details.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026