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Principal Software Engineer

Full time at KE Technology in Online
Posted on January 26, 2025

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Are you ready to shape and optimise complex, large-scale systems for millions of users? We're a pioneering tech company disrupting a major industry, delivering transparent, user-focused solutions that handle billions in transactions yearly. We’re looking for an exceptional Principal Engineer to lead innovation across our platform and drive global scaling. What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary up to £160,000 + stock options
  • Personal and company performance bonuses
  • Hybrid working model (London office)
  • Health insurance & flexible hours
  • Onsite chef serving daily lunch/dinner
  • Option to work remotely from anywhere for 1 month a year
  • Collaborative culture focused on growth and flexibility
The Role: As a Principal Engineer, you’ll be the team’s senior technical leader, working closely with the CTO. Your role will be pivotal in designing a scalable, high-performance platform that supports real-time, high-volume transactions. Our stack includes Python, Rust, C++, TypeScript, React, Node.js, Kafka, PostgreSQL, Redis, Terraform, AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker . You’ll be instrumental in creating optimised distributed systems, leading technical innovation, and shaping the future of our platform. Key Responsibilities:
  • Architect scalable microservices using Python, Rust, and TypeScript
  • Optimise performance, reduce latency using PostgreSQL, Redis, and Kafka
  • Lead the adoption of CI/CD practices with robust monitoring and alerting
  • Mentor engineering teams, driving best practices and continuous improvement
  • Solve complex technical problems in event-driven and real-time distributed systems
What We’re Looking For:
  • Proven expertise in building scalable systems and influencing architecture
  • Strong experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred), containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform)
  • Deep knowledge of Python, C++, or Rust, with familiarity in Kubernetes, Docker, PostgreSQL, and Redis
  • Bonus: Experience with TypeScript, React, and Node.js
  • Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, monitoring (Grafana, Prometheus), and messaging systems (Kafka)
  • Strong leadership and collaboration skills
Why Join Us? We’re an award-winning tech company, recognised for our groundbreaking solutions and featured by major media outlets. Our mission is to deliver best-in-class real-time platforms that are transparent, reliable, and scalable. With offices in London and the US, we offer career progression, personal development, and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology in a hybrid work environment. Ready to take the next step? Apply today to learn more!

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