Principal Software Engineer / Developer (Python AI) London / WFH to 120kDo you have expertise with backend Python combined with a strong knowledge of Agentic AI?You could be progressing your career at an established FinTech business specialising in automated investment reporting .As a Principal Software Engineer you'll be in a product focused engineering role, combining hands-on Python development with technical ownership. You'll lead projects end to end, shape architecture and drive the delivery of new product capabilities, working across backend engineering, data processing and complex financial systems.The business is also embracing AI and LLM technologies and is looking for someone who can bring a modern approach to engineering, identify practical applications and help drive adoption across the team.Location / WFH:You'll join the team in the London, City based office three days a week with flexibility to work from home the other two days.About you:You have a strong academic background, educated at Oxbridge or a Russell Group university, having achieved a 2.1 or above in a STEM discipline, Computer Science preferredYou have strong commercial software engineering experience, at Senior or Principal levelYou have expertise with Python development combined with experience using Django or FastAPI (happy to use Django going forward)You can lead the design and delivery of software products and take projects from initial concept through to productionYou have experience with AI and LLMs, with a genuine interest in applying them to products and development workflowsYou have experience shaping technical architecture and influencing engineering decisionsYou have a product focused mindset, with the ability to balance new development with improving existing systemsExperience in FinTech, financial services or investment technology would be advantageous but not essentialWhat's in it for you:Salary to 120kHealthcarePensionHybrid workingImpactful role with excellent development opportunitiesApply now to find out more about this Principal Software Engineer / Developer / Developer opportunity.
Principal Software Engineer Python AI - FinTech employer: Client Server
Join a dynamic and innovative FinTech company that values technical expertise and offers a collaborative work culture. With a competitive salary of up to £100k plus bonuses, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying hybrid working arrangements in London. The company prioritises employee growth, providing ample opportunities for career progression and staying at the forefront of emerging technologies in the finance sector.
