Cape Town City Centre: Principal Engineer

This role is perfect for a strategic thinker and technical expert who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments. You’ll lead architecture and delivery, mentor fellow Engineers, and be instrumental in shaping engineering culture and excellence. Qualifications: 10 years in software engineering, with senior/lead experience Proven architecture & system design expertise Strong leadership and mentoring background Broad tech exposure with deep expertise in a few areas Requirements: Lead technical design, planning, and delivery across projects Engage with clients, run scoping sessions, and align delivery with business goals Experienced in the full product lifecycle: Design, build, test, deploy, and support Versatile across modern stacks (mainly Python Go, Java, etc.) Solve complex engineering problems and remove blockers Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders Key Responsibilities: Define and deliver scalable, elegant technical solutions Mentor and guide engineering teams to success Drive architectural direction and technical strategy Collaborate with clients, product, and design teams Improve engineering practices and foster innovation Contribute to the growth of their world-class engineering discipline Why Youll Love Working Here: Flat structure No egos and no bureaucracy Pet-friendly office, ping pong table, and even on-site haircuts Strong learning culture Conferences, tech sessions, and journals MacBook Pro, home office allowance, and flexible leave Global teams, meaningful products, and lots of room to grow Apply now!