Principal Software Engineer

If you need support in completing the application or if you require a different format of this document, please get in touch with at UKI.recruitment@tcs.com or call TCS London Office number 02031552100 with the subject line: “Application Support Request”. Role: Principal Software Engineer Job Type: Permanent Location: London Number of hours: 40 hours per week – full time Ready to utilise your experience in programming languages and software development methodologies? Do you have skills in mentoring and inspiring other engineers? Join us a Principal Software Engineer. Careers at TCS: It means more TCS is a purpose-led transformation company, built on belief. We do not just help businesses to transform through technology. We support them in making a meaningful difference to the people and communities they serve - our clients include some of the biggest brands in the UK and worldwide. For you, it means more to make an impact that matters, through challenging projects which demand ambitious innovation and thought leadership.

• Gain access to endless learning opportunities.
• Be part of an exciting team where you will be challenged every day.
• Fast track your growth with diverse career opportunities internally.

The Role As a Principle Software Engineer you will be responsible for managing technical outcomes across multiple teams. In this role you will use communication, collaboration, and technical coordination. You will provide technical guidance and oversight to cross-functional teams and work closely with client stakeholders to define the Technology strategy. In this role you will mentor engineers at all levels and contribute significantly to the overall growth and development of the engineering team, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement. In this role you will play a significant role in shaping the Product, project, programme, platform technology strategy, driving innovation, and ensuring the successful end product is delivered to the client. Key responsibilities:

• Architect, design, and implement innovative software solutions that meet the organization's strategic objectives and long-term technology goals across multiple teams.
• Shape the technical vision across multiple teams to ensure it meets evolving client demands.
• Champion change across multiple teams by guiding the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to stay competitive.
• Shape the decision-making framework across multiple teams, promoting transparency and informed choices.
• Steer software development towards areas of greatest business impact, using a deep understanding of market trends and client business needs.
• Demonstrate innovation by envisioning and implementing new approaches to technology.
• Champions collaboration across multiple teams, promoting effective teamwork, and fostering cross-functional partnerships.
• Lead work across multiple product teams and demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Mentors and coaches to engineers at all levels and review code.

Your Profile Essential skills/knowledge/experience:

• Proficient in Programming Language – Java.
• Proficient in Software development methodologies.
• Master debugger in programming language.
• Expert knowledge in development tools and development eco systems.
• Good mix of Hard and Soft skills.
• Domain driven and must have clean coding hands on experience.
• Deep expertise in software development methodologies and tools.
• Technical Leadership and Strategic Planning experience.
• Experience with Research, Innovation and Data Analysis.

Rewards & Benefits TCS is consistently voted a Top Employer in the UK and globally. Our competitive salary packages feature pension, health care, life assurance, laptop, phone, access to extensive training resources and discounts within the larger Tata network. Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing Tata Consultancy Services UK&I is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all individuals in accordance with the UK Equality Act 2010 and the UK Human Rights Act 1998. We believe in building and sustaining a culture of equity and belonging where everyone can thrive. Our diversity and inclusion motto is ‘Inclusion without Exception’. Our continued commitment to Culture and Diversity is reflected across our workforce implemented through equitable workplace policies and processes. You’ll find a welcoming culture and many internal volunteering and social networks to join (these are optional). Our diversity, inclusion and social activities include 12 employee networks such as gender diversity, LGBTQIA+ & Allies, mental health, disability & neurodiversity inclusion and many more, as well as health & wellness initiatives and sports events and we sponsor the London Marathon. We welcome and embrace diversity in race, nationality, ethnicity, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, age, physical ability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation. We are a disability inclusive employer and encourage disabled people to apply for this role. If you are an applicant who needs any adjustments to the application process or interview, please contact us at UKI.recruitment@tcs.com with the subject line: “Adjustment Request” or call TCS London Office 02031552100 to request an adjustment. We welcome requests prior to you completing the application and at any stage of the recruitment process. Next Steps Due to a high volume of applications, we will be unable to contact each applicant individually on the status of their application. If you have not received a direct response within 30 days, then it should be deemed unsuccessful on this occasion. Application Process 1. Online application > 2. Technical discussion > 3. Managerial discussion > 4. HR discussion Join us and do more of what matters. Apply online now.