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Principal Software Engineer (Payments), bolton, greater manchester
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Client:
Ocho
Location:
bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Posted:
10.06.2025
Expiry Date:
25.07.2025
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Job Description:
Principal Software Engineer II
Are you a senior engineer who wants to stay hands-on while shaping the technical direction of a growing team? Do you enjoy designing and delivering complex systems that have real impact? If so, read on.
We’re building the next generation of tools to support a fast-moving, merchant-first ecosystem. We value empowered teams, practical thinking, and outcome-driven engineering—and we’re looking for someone who shares these values.
What We Prioritise:
* Small teams, real outcomes – Clear goals, the right tools, minimal bureaucracy.
* Growth mindset – Encouraging innovation, skill development, and cross-team learning.
* Solving real problems – Focused on delivering value through practical, scalable solutions.
The Role:
As Principal Software Engineer II, you’ll lead technical direction across a range of platform capabilities (e.g., APIs, billing, settlement). You’ll be responsible for architectural decisions, mentoring teams, and contributing to key delivery efforts—staying 50% hands-on with the code.
Key Responsibilities:
* Define and evolve engineering practices and architecture across teams.
* Own and contribute to technical strategy, standards, and documentation.
* Identify improvement opportunities and lead cross-team initiatives.
* Provide technical leadership and mentorship to developers.
* Guide technology decisions, including build vs. buy assessments.
* Stay hands-on with critical coding tasks tied to strategic goals.
Requirements:
* 10+ years’ experience in software engineering and architecture.
* Strong skills in .NET, Java, or similar languages; SaaS/API experience preferred.
* Hands-on knowledge of SQL, middleware, caching, system integration.
* Track record of addressing performance/scalability issues.
* Experience in mentoring and leading technical teams.
* Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement.
* Comfortable working in a fast-moving, evolving environment.
Payments experience is a bonus, but not essential.
Please reach out to Brendan McCrory with any further questions.
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