Job Description
The Company
My client are a leading UK supermarket and retail brand with a strong presence in both department stores and grocery sectors, generating annual revenues exceeding £12 billion. Our engineering division supports a range of projects, from cloud platforms and mobile applications to e-commerce and machine learning. Collaboration and continuous learning are fundamental to our culture.
The Supply Chain team ensures optimal stock availability across our grocery operations. Given the fast-paced nature of the retail sector, our technology ecosystem is a mix of third-party platforms, in-house systems, and legacy applications, all requiring resilience and adaptability.
Location: Bracknell - Remote with rare travel.
Overview
Principal Engineer opportunity that is far more expansive than the title suggests. This role does not involve writing code but is focused on engineering leadership, strategy, and driving technical decision-making across a complex and high-impact technology environment. This position requires someone who can influence multi-million-pound engineering decisions, improve system resilience, and lead change across mission-critical systems, ensuring they remain scalable, adaptable, and future-proof.
Primary Responsibilities
As a Principal Engineer, you will shape ...