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 within the engineering organization, focusing on building scalable, high-performance web solutions using the MERN tech stack.

The position offers an opportunity to work with a diverse technology stack including React.js, Node.js, Vue.js, Python, Databricks, Kubernetes, and various database technologies. The Principal Engineer will champion best practices in software engineering, including microservices architecture, API-First and event-based integration, Cloud Native/SaaS hosting, and Headless CMS implementations.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll be responsible for leading complex technical initiatives, mentoring other engineers, and driving architectural decisions that align with business objectives. The role requires deep technical expertise in modern web technologies, cloud platforms (particularly Azure), and DevOps practices. You'll work within a Scrum framework, collaborating closely with product teams to deliver value to the Consumer Healthcare business.

The ideal candidate brings approximately 10 years of software engineering experience, with a proven track record in technical leadership. You should be comfortable working with distributed teams, managing complex systems, and communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Your expertise in Azure Cloud services, JavaScript frameworks, and modern development practices will be crucial in driving technical excellence across the organization.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on Haleon's technical direction while working with leading brands in the healthcare sector. You'll be part of a company that values diversity, promotes an inclusive environment, and offers flexible working arrangements. The position is based in London Bankside, where you'll work alongside talented professionals dedicated to improving everyday health for millions of people worldwide.