Principal Engineer

Haleon, a world-leading consumer healthcare company, is seeking a Principal Engineer to join their Media, Content and Commerce team. This role represents the highest level of Individual Contributor, specializing in the MERN tech stack to build scalable, high-performance web solutions. The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies including React.js, Node.js, Python, Databricks, and various cloud services.

The ideal candidate will champion best practices in software engineering, including microservices architecture, API-First and event-based integration, and Cloud Native/SaaS hosting. They will be responsible for leading complex technical initiatives, mentoring team members, and driving engineering excellence across the organization.

Working within a Scrum framework, the Principal Engineer will contribute to critical business objectives while ensuring technical excellence in all deliverables. They will be expected to handle complex problems under pressure, lead architectural decisions, and effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

The role offers exposure to a diverse technology stack including modern frontend frameworks, cloud platforms, AI tools, and DevOps practices. The position requires strong leadership skills, deep technical expertise, and the ability to balance technical perfection with business priorities.

At Haleon, you'll be part of a company that values diversity and inclusion, offering flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work on products that impact millions of people's health worldwide. The company provides a collaborative environment where you can make significant technical contributions while helping shape the future of consumer healthcare technology.