Principal Software Engineer - Remote

Overview

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and architectural guidance across our TypeScript-based platforms, including Node.js backends, a React Native mobile app, and a React web portal. You will design and implement scalable, secure systems that comply with financial regulatory requirements, while establishing development standards, best practices, and security protocols. Additionally, you will mentor and support the engineering team in the Philippines, ensure effective knowledge transfer from the London team, and align technical direction with overall business objectives.

In Short

• Partner with London leadership to establish our engineering presence in the Philippines
• Lead the recruitment and hiring process for our initial Philippines-based engineering team
• Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance across our TypeScript ecosystem
• Design and implement scalable, secure system architecture that meets financial regulatory requirements
• Establish development standards, best practices, and security protocols for the new team
• Manage, mentor, and develop the growing team of software engineers in the Philippines
• Oversee knowledge transfer from London to the offshore team, ensuring smooth collaboration
• Collaborate with London-based leadership to align technical direction with business goals
• Lead technical planning sessions and contribute to product roadmap development
• Ensure compliance with financial industry regulations and data protection standards
• Implement and maintain security measures appropriate for financial data handling

Requirements

• Proven experience in software engineering with a focus on TypeScript, Node.js, and React
• Strong understanding of financial regulatory requirements and compliance
• Experience in leading and mentoring engineering teams
• Ability to design scalable and secure systems
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience in establishing best practices and development standards
• Knowledge of security protocols for financial data handling
• Experience in technical planning and product roadmap development
• Proactive and results-driven mindset
• Willingness to work in a dynamic team environment

Benefits

• Opportunity for continuous professional development
• Work with cutting-edge technologies
• Be part of a dynamic team with a strong, supportive work culture
• Career advancement opportunities
• Flexible working environment