Principal Engineer

SUMMARY:
A premium software product and consulting firm with a global footprint is on the lookout for a Principal Engineer to join their team in Cape Town. You’ll work alongside smart, motivated engineers across continents, guiding software solutions for global clients in tech, entertainment, and healthcare.
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.

POSITION INFO:

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 clients, run scoping sessions, align delivery with business goals
• Experienced in full product lifecycle: design, build, test, deploy, support
• Versatile across modern stacks (Node.js, React, Python, C#, 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 a world-class engineering discipline

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Flat structure – no egos, no bureaucracy
• Pet-friendly office, ping pong table, and even on-site haircuts
• Strong learning culture – conferences, tech sessions, journals
• MacBook Pro, home office allowance, flexible leave
• Global teams, meaningful products, and lots of room to grow