Principal Software Engineer

Computer Futures
London
Principal Software Engineer - Lead the Future of UK GovTech

💰 Up to £95,000 + Elite Benefits
🏡 Remote First (Just 1 Day Onsite Every Fortnight)
🔐 SC Clearable - British Citizens Only

Ready to lead innovation that matters?
Join a mission-driven tech powerhouse where your code helps protect national interests, drive digital transformation, and shape the future of government technology.

We're looking for a Principal Software Engineer to architect cloud-native solutions, mentor brilliant engineers, and lead delivery across high-impact government programmes. This is your chance to combine deep technical expertise with strategic leadership in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. You will need experience in Java, React.js and AWS to be successful in this position.

🧠 What You'll Be Doing

Architect scalable, secure systems using modern cloud-native patterns
Lead technical decision-making and Agile delivery
Mentor engineers and collaborate with stakeholders
Drive innovation across full-stack solutions🔧 Your Toolkit

Frontend:

React.js (Hooks, Context API, Lifecycle)
TypeScript & ES6+
Redux, Cypress, JestBackend:

Java 11+, Spring Boot
RESTful APIs, Microservices
PostgreSQL, KafkaCloud & DevOps:

AWS (EKS, MSK, Opensearch)
CI/CD with Jenkins
Monitoring: CloudWatch, Kibana🌟 Why You'll Love Working Here

Remote-First Culture: Work from anywhere, with minimal onsite time
Flexible Hours: Structure your week your way, with TOIL options
Growth-Focused: 5 paid training days per year + career coaching
Tech-Forward: Work with cutting-edge tools across cloud, DevOps, and full-stack
Supportive Team: Join a close-knit, collaborative engineering culture
Rewarding Package: Up to £95k + generous benefits🔐 Eligibility

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be British Citizens and have lived in the UK continuously for the past 5 years to be eligible for SC Clearance.

💥 Make Your Mark

This isn't just another engineering job - it's a chance to lead, innovate, and make a real impact on national-scale systems.

📩 Apply now and be part of something extraordinary.

To find out more about Computer Futures please visit

Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Posted 2025-09-16

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