Principal Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

ITE006742/TSch

Date posted:

Friday, June 27, 2025

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Shape the Future of Software – Lead as a Principal Engineer.

POSITION INFO:
Tech Consulting & Product Innovation
Principal Engineer
Cape Town (Hybrid)
Polyglot Experience Essential

A global digital consultancy and product engineering company is on the lookout for a dynamic Principal Engineer to lead cutting-edge software projects from Cape Town. This hybrid role is ideal for a Senior Technologist who enjoys solving complex problems, mentoring teams, and directly engaging with high-profile international clients across industries like tech, healthcare, and entertainment.

This opportunity is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-moving, collaborative culture, and wants to work on a broad array of meaningful projects with smart people across the globe.

Qualifications:

BSc/BEng in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent
8+ years of professional software engineering experience
Experience in technical leadership roles, mentoring, and architecture
Broad exposure across the full product lifecycle

Requirements:

Hands-on expertise with TypeScript, Node.js, React, C#, Go, Python, or Java
Experience designing complex distributed systems and APIs
Strong database skills – PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, or similar
Proficiency with messaging systems like Kafka or RabbitMQ
Deep understanding of scalability, performance, and security
Comfortable engaging with stakeholders, product teams, and designers
Strong problem-solving, communication, and mentoring skills
Proven ability to work in cross-functional, remote-first teams

Key Performance Areas (KPA’s):

Define solution architectures and lead technical design sessions
Mentor Engineers and foster a strong development culture
Act as a trusted advisor for clients and guide strategic technical direction
Resolve architectural challenges and remove delivery blockers
Lead and contribute to delivery of world-class digital products
Identify and implement technical improvements across projects
Ensure alignment between technical execution and business outcomes
Collaborate across design, product, and operations teams

Apply now!
If you’re ready to work in an environment that values mastery, mentorship, and meaningful work—and you’re passionate about solving hard problems with a team of global technologists—this role is for you.

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