Principal Engineer - Repeats - Remote

Overview

A Principal Engineer to lead the technical evolution of core decision-making systems in a hands-on role that balances architectural design, people management, and critical code delivery.

In Short

• Lead the technical roadmap for the Repeats team.
• Design and develop systems for customer credit assessment.
• Manage a team of engineers and contribute to the codebase.
• Optimize customer journeys and enhance decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure coherent system design.
• Identify and resolve technical debt and production issues.
• Champion engineering best practices and standards.
• Provide coaching and career development for team members.
• Engage in hands-on coding and project delivery.
• Drive technical strategy and execution for projects.

Requirements

• Expertise in systems architecture and complex domain models.
• Advanced proficiency in software development with an object-oriented language.
• Experience in leading a team of engineers.
• Strong business acumen and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with Python, Django, or PostgreSQL is a bonus.
• Understanding of data analytics and machine learning processes.
• Strong numerical or technical background.
• Front-end development experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Medical insurance including discounted gym membership.
• 25 days’ holiday plus additional leave options.
• Access to emotional and mental health support.
• Pension and share options.
• Generous parental leave and nursery tax benefits.
• Paid volunteering day for charity support.
• Cycle-to-work and electric car schemes.
• Company retreats and learning development budget.