Principal Software Architect

Principal Software Architect

Full-Time No working from home possible
I

My client is a market leading global IoT technology company, with a wide range of hardware & software products/services.

They are looking to hire a Principal Software Architect to drive innovation and shape the future of its connected software ecosystem across cloud, desktop, Firmware and mobile platforms.

This is a high-impact role focused on improving architectural consistency, modernising legacy systems, and driving scalable IoT solutions across a complex engineering environment.

You will work closely with senior management and the relevant technical teams to define technical direction, align technologies, and ensure systems evolve in a scalable and maintainable way.

Key skills/experience required:

  • Extensive experience in software engineering, with significant time in architectural roles
  • Proven experience designing distributed systems across cloud and application layers
  • Strong experience with at least one major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP), ideally across multiple
  • Experience integrating hardware or embedded systems with cloud-based platforms
  • Demonstrated ability to influence technical direction across multiple teams
  • Excellent communication skills across both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Experience in IoT or software/hardware environments (eg connected devices, telecoms)
  • Exposure to mobile and SDK-based architectures
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted development approaches
  • Track record of delivering pragmatic, implementable architecture (not just conceptual design)

This is a hybrid role (3 days per week in the office). They are based in Bristol and have plenty of parking onsite.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Principal Software Architect employer: IC Resources

Join a forward-thinking semiconductor company that values innovation and excellence in digital design. With a strong emphasis on mentorship and professional growth, you'll thrive in a collaborative environment where your leadership will directly impact the success of complex ASIC/FPGA projects. Located in a vibrant tech hub, this role offers unique opportunities to shape methodologies and drive cutting-edge solutions while enjoying a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development.

I

Contact Details:

IC Resources Recruitment Team