Our client, a global leader in radiation detection and identification within the technology sector, is currently seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their team in the UK. This permanent, full-time position offers the exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, driving both innovation and excellence within the software engineering department. Key Responsibilities: Work on the most complex and mission-critical projects Collaborate with stakeholders, including customers, to develop and maintain software Assist the software engineering manager in requirements management, estimation, and planning Focus on high-level architecture and long-term technical strategy Innovate solutions to improve software processes and quality Integrate software with hardware to deliver complete systems Optimise application architectures for scalability and performance Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability and reliability Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery processes Supervisory Responsibilities: Technical mentoring of engineers across the organisation Sprint board management Required Skills: Ability to make high-stake decisions about architecture and technology Extensive technical expertise across Linux and Windows operating systems Exceptional understanding of electronics and systems design Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools: Helm Charts, Terraform or Ansible Experience in full stack development using Angular framework Experience with hardware and software integration Experience in developing software using internet, application layer, transport layer and security protocols Proficiency with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD Understanding of video and image processing Ability to quickly learn new technologies and propose solutions Ability to multitask when necessary Experience in research and evaluation of software products Experience in communicating at all levels and with customers Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies Desired Skills: Designing and implementing graphical user interfaces Appreciation for physics, especially radiation-related topics Security Clearances: All candidates must be willing and able to apply for and maintain the correct security clearances for this role. UK Employees - Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), Security Check (SC) Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in computer science, electronics, or a related field Experience in software (including firmware) development & DevOps Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times If you are an experienced Principal Software Engineer with a passion for innovation and excellence in the technology sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in the UK.