Principal Software Engineer

4 weeks ago

London Area, United Kingdom Santa Monica Talent Full time
  • Series A backed EdTech, & Social Impact platform
  • £125,000 Base + Bonus
  • Principal Software Engineer - Hands on React / Node.js / AI
  • Hybrid, 2 days a week in London.
  • Reports to the CTO


Series A backed Education, & Social Impact platform already used in UK, US and Europe.


We are looking for a “Startup” mentality hands on Principal Software Engineer. The company has 100 headcount and a flat hierarchy. You will report directly to the CTO


Ideal candidate will have the ability to integrate the big picture into the day to day operations of an engineering team.


Finding the balance between delivery and building out to support growth in multiple time frames.


If you thrive on creating innovative solutions and have a strong background in React and Node.js and are looking for a mission driven company that actually cares about making a difference we want to hear from you


About the Role:

  • Promotion to Engineering Manager post Series B fund raise in 2025.
  • You will collaborate with engineering and product teams to design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality software solutions.
  • Working with the latest AI technology solutions.
  • Develop and integrate APIs for seamless interaction between front-end and back-end systems.
  • Designing user interfaces
  • Mentoring junior developers in the team.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and best practices


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Proven experience building applications using React for front-end development, Node.js for back-end, Google Cloud Platform & JavaScript
  • Experience working in an agile development environment.
  • Significant experience building scalable systems within a fast moving scaleup environment
  • At least 5 years of professional experience as a Full Stack Developer.
  • Desire to move into a hands on Team Leader style role.
  • Prior experience in a Startup, Scaleup would be advantageous but not essential.
  • A Computer Science or related degree


Visa: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. The office is in central London, able to visit the London office weekly

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