Principle Software Engineer

Remote, Remote, South-Africa • Posted June 04, 2026

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Remote, Remote
Posted: June 04, 2026
Category: IT Management & IT Project Management
Application Deadline: July 14, 2026

Role Description

We’re helping our client find an experienced Principal Software Engineer to lead the evolution of sophisticated content processing platforms used in highly structured, high-volume environments.

About the Role

This is a senior technical leadership role focused on XML transformation systems, Java and Python architecture, cloud modernisation, and next-generation AI content workflows. You’ll work closely with engineering teams to design scalable platforms, mentor developers, and drive architectural direction across critical systems.

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

  • Provide architectural leadership for XML processing and content transformation platforms
  • Mentor and coach engineers to raise technical standards and engineering excellence
  • Drive best practices across code quality, performance optimisation, testing, and documentation
  • Contribute to long-term technical strategy and platform evolution
  • ...

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