Principal Engineer

3 days ago

London Area, United Kingdom numi Full time

numi is proud to have partnered with a multiple award-winning, high-growth fintech company.

We have made multiple hires to this company, it is a place for top-tier engineers who are also excellent colleagues.

As they continue to grow, they're looking for an exceptional IC (Individual Contributor) to solve some of their most complex problems. This is an opportunity to be a top technical voice, influence the system, and mentor a talented team.

As a
Principal Engineer
, you will be a hands-on problem solver and a technical leader, influencing the team through expertise and example rather than line management.

What You'll Do

  • Solve Complicated Problems:
    Tackle some of the most difficult challenges in fintech, such as increasing the reliability of core data and solving problems at scale.
  • Provide Technical Direction:
    Lead through influence by setting the technical direction and providing guidance on system and data architecture.
  • Mentor the Team:
    Support and mentor senior engineers, helping them weigh up approaches and accelerate their learning.
  • Lead by Example:
    Run training sessions and facilitate discussions to elevate the entire engineering team.

Who We're Looking For

You are a seasoned engineer with 10-15 years of experience, a track record of building maintainable, scalable services and systems, and an upward trajectory in your career. You are a fantastic IC who thrives on solving tough problems.

  • Significant experience with
    Python
    .
  • A background in a cloud-focused organization with exposure to AWS, GCP, or Azure.
  • A desire to work collaboratively in a team and an ability to communicate effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with Vue, Nuxt, React, or Next.
  • Experience or a strong interest in Fintech.

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Exceptional Impact:
    Be the biggest single influence on the system and technology direction.
  • Unrivaled Learning:
    Gain exposure to the finance industry while working on a modern tech stack.
  • Incredible Colleagues:
    Join a team of skilled engineers and excellent colleagues.
  • Real Ownership:
    Receive a meaningful equity stake and a competitive salary of £120k-£140k plus EMI options.

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