Principal / Lead Software Engineer
Digital Waffle, a fast‑growing product‑focused tech business focused on scaling teams across Tech, Digital, Marketing & Data, is looking for a Principal / Lead Software Engineer to guide a skilled engineering team based in Long Eaton. This is a primarily on‑site role with some hybrid flexibility.
Location
Long Eaton, Hybrid
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design and build of new product features, services, and technical systems
* Own features end‑to‑end—from technical design to testing, deployment, and monitoring
* Write production‑grade code alongside the team (hands‑on role)
* Align technical delivery with business goals through close collaboration with stakeholders
* Mentor and support developers, fostering a culture of learning and improvement
* Maintain high standards for code quality, scalability, and team communication
What You’ll Bring
* 7+ years’ experience in software engineering, including recent time in a senior or lead role
* Strong experience with Node.js (NestJS), TypeScript, and Vue 3
* Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS) and CI/CD practices
* A thoughtful approach to system design, security, and performance at scale
* Great communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Bonus points for experience with AI/ML tools or data‑led platforms
* Frontend: Vue 3 / TypeScript
* Cloud: AWS
* Comms: Slack, Zoom, Around
If you're a seasoned engineer who thrives in a leadership role and enjoys building great products with great people, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch to find out more.
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