Principal Engineer

Haleon, a leading consumer healthcare company, is seeking a Principal Engineer to join their technical team in London. This role represents the highest level of individual contributor within the engineering organization, focusing on the MERN tech stack to build scalable, high-performance web applications. The position involves working with the Web Platform team responsible for managing over 700 global Haleon websites and modernizing the technology stack.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced software engineer with approximately 10 years of experience, capable of leading complex technical initiatives and mentoring other team members. They will play a crucial role in architectural decisions, particularly in areas such as micro-services architecture, API-First design, cloud-native architecture, and headless CMS implementation.

Key responsibilities include leading the design and implementation of complex technical solutions, contributing to strategic technical decisions, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products. The role requires expertise in modern web technologies, including JavaScript frameworks like Remix.js, React.js, and Node.js, as well as experience with cloud platforms and DevOps practices.

The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while contributing to the health and wellbeing of millions of people through Haleon's consumer healthcare products. The company provides a collaborative and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

This role would be ideal for a senior technologist who wants to make a significant impact in a global healthcare company while working with modern technology stacks and leading technical initiatives. The position offers the chance to work on meaningful projects that directly affect consumer healthcare while being part of a company that values diversity, inclusion, and personal growth.