Principal Software Engineer

Company: G.Digital
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Location: Greater Manchester
Job Description:

I’m on the hunt for a React expert who enjoys solving engineering problems bigger than just writing code?

We’re working with one of the UK’s leading financial platforms as they continue scaling their engineering function and modernising their technology estate – They’re really driving AI innovation and adoption!

Now they need a Principal Engineer to help shape their front end, drive prototyping initiatives, improve developer experience and bring fresh thinking around modern engineering practices, including AI tooling and automation.

This role would suit someone who still enjoys being technical but has evolved beyond wanting to code 24/7.

Someone solution focused, highly collaborative and comfortable operating across teams, stakeholders and large scale engineering challenges.

  • React
  • TypeScript
  • AWS
  • Microservices
  • DevOps
  • Event-driven architecture
  • Modern front end practices

Why work for them…

They’re actively growing the software function and expanding the engineering pool, so it’s a genuinely exciting time to join

Huge focus on innovation and prototyping

They actively encourage proof of concepts, experimenting with new tooling and exploring how AI can improve engineering processes

High visibility & impact

Principals sit outside the squads, meaning you become a key technical voice across the organisation rather than being siloed into one product team

They want ideas, not just coding

They’re specifically looking for someone who can spot opportunities, challenge processes and bring fresh thinking to the table

They value personality as much as technical ability

They want approachable, collaborative people who developers enjoy working with, not just “brilliant coders”

Hybrid: Manchester (3 days a week onsite)

If you’re a strong React/ TypeScript Engineer who enjoys building proof of concepts, solving complex engineering challenges and becoming a go to technical voice across multiple teams then this could be a really exciting next step and I’d love to speak with you

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Posted: June 1st, 2026