Principal Software Engineer (Corp Functions)

Mentor other engineers in the team, whilst ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines across the team. Design, develop, and maintain software, ensuring seamless integration and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Business Analysts (BAs) and Project Managers (PMs), to gather and refine requirements. Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CDK with Python to automate deployment and management of cloud resources. Ensure high-quality code through automated testing, particularly unit testing, and maintain a strong emphasis on code quality and complexity. Oversee the implementation and management of CI/CD pipelines to streamline the software development lifecycle. Monitor system performance, identify issues, and implement solutions to ensure high availability and performance. Ensure security best practices are followed and implement necessary measures to protect cloud infrastructure and applications. Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to an agile mindset within the team. Maintain detailed documentation of code, processes, and system configurations.

Experience / Competences Essential

• Proven experience as a Senior .Net Engineer, preferably in the finance sector.
• Strong understanding of AWS services and hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), particularly using AWS CDK in Python.
• Experience with Entity Framework (or other CRMs) is beneficial
• Experience designing and building systems using a contract-first methodology is beneficial
• Experience with writing tests or scripts in Python is beneficial
• Demonstrated experience with automated testing frameworks and a solid understanding of unit testing principles.
• Experience working in agile environments and a strong agile mindset.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure without being distracted by complexity.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Passion for code quality and a commitment to maintaining high standards of software development.

Non-Essential

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Fluent in back-end development using .NET.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture in cloud environments.
• Strong grasp of database design and experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Competent in using Docker for containerisation.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, relying on the DevOps Engineer for orchestration.
• Proficiency in using Git for version control and JIRA for backlog management.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools.
• Ability to write clear and concise documentation.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.