Overview

Principal Software Engineer (React) — Location: Remote

A high-growth global fintech, renowned for delivering world-class payments-related software and technology, is looking to expand its engineering team. They’re seeking a Principal Software Engineer (React) to join their mission to build the next generation of capabilities powering their merchant-first ecosystem. If you are looking for a unique opportunity to help establish a technical leadership team while remaining hands-on, with the oversight to design, implement, and guide a high-performing software engineering group, this is your chance.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the transformation of their suite of apps into modern, intuitive experiences that delight users.
• Collaborate with UX designers to build secure, data-rich portals, hosted payment pages, and reusable component libraries using React and TypeScript.
• Apply cutting-edge software practices including Behavioural Driven Development and CI/CD.
• Solve real-world problems for merchants by delivering high-quality, innovative solutions.
• Influence and improve development processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Own the full software lifecycle—from requirements analysis to deployment.

What They’re Obsessed With

• Small teams, big things: They empower you with the tools and autonomy to deliver impactful outcomes.
• Develop, grow, thrive: They foster a culture of continuous learning, experimentation, and mastery.
• Real people, real problems: They build meaningful solutions through collaboration and curiosity.

What You Bring

• 10+ years in software engineering, with a strong front-end focus.
• Experience with REST APIs, OAuth2/OIDC, and data visualization libraries like D3.js.
• A strong design sense and ability to translate prototypes into pixel-perfect, responsive UIs.
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills, with a passion for coaching and technical excellence.
• A proactive, adaptable mindset with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with other modern frameworks (Vue, Angular).
• Familiarity with SASS/LESS/SCSS.
• Comfortable working across varied team sizes and ambiguous environments.

Ready to build the future of fintech with them?

Apply now and be part of a team that values outcomes over outputs, curiosity over convention, and collaboration over hierarchy.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Software Development

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