Principal Engineer

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

https://www.mncjobs.co.za/company/network-recruitment

Job Description

This role is perfect for a strategic thinker and technical expert who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments. You'll lead architecture and delivery, mentor fellow Engineers, and be instrumental in shaping engineering culture and excellence.
Qualifications:

10+ years in software engineering, with senior/lead experience
Proven architecture & system design expertise
Strong leadership and mentoring background
Broad tech exposure with deep expertise in a few areas

Requirements:

Lead technical design, planning, and delivery across projects
Engage with clients, run scoping sessions, and align delivery with business goals
Experienced in the full product lifecycle: Design, build, test, deploy, and support
Versatile across modern stacks (mainly Python Go, Java, etc.)
Solve complex engineering problems and remove blockers
Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders

Key Responsibilities:

Define and deliver scalable, elegant technical solutions
Mentor and guide engineering teams to success
Drive architectural direction and technical strategy
Collaborate with clients, product, and design teams
Improve engineering practices and foster innovation
Contribute to the growth of their world-class engineering discipline

Why You'll Love Working Here:

Flat structure - No egos and no bureaucracy
Pet-friendly office, ping pong table, and even on-site haircuts
Strong learning culture - Conferences, tech sessions, and journals
MacBook Pro, home office allowance, and flexible leave
Global teams, meaningful products, and lots of room to grow

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