This role strengthens technical excellence across EMEA while aligning to global technology strategy and leading the Starbucks Digital Solutions technical direction for International markets. It will set engineering direction, raise standards and guide decisions across internally developed and third-party platforms that matter most to our business, customers, partners, baristas and shareholders. As a Principal Engineer, you will be a strategic technical leader, trusted advisor and hands-on technologist. You will partner across product, delivery, security, infrastructure and technology teams to turn enterprise strategy into scalable, secure and resilient engineering outcomes. EMEAs technology landscape is predominantly third-party today. This role will help determine where Starbucks should build, own and differentiate in line with our CTO vision and Starbucks Digital Solutions strategy, focusing on the systems and capabilities where greater engineering ownership can create competitive advantage, agility and long-term value across International markets. This role is for an ambitious self-starter who thrives in ambiguity, operates with significant autonomy and influences effectively at all levels of the organisation. Equally comfortable discussing code-level solutions with engineers or presenting technology strategy to senior executives, you will bring technical depth, commercial awareness and sound judgement to every decision. As Starbucks expands its global engineering capability, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape, build and potentially lead future engineering teams supporting EMEA and broader International products and platforms. Reporting to an EMEA Director, you will work across business functions, global technology teams, Starbucks Digital Solutions, vendors and delivery partners to ensure technology investments are scalable, secure, resilient and aligned to long-term strategic objectives. **The role will deliver impact by:** Technical Strategy
principal engineer- international technology & Starbucks digital solutions employer: Starbucks
Starbucks is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, particularly in the dynamic environment of EMEA. With a flexible working policy that allows for a blend of office and remote work, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. The company prioritises employee growth through coaching and development opportunities, ensuring that every team member can contribute to shaping the future of technology at Starbucks while enjoying a supportive and inclusive workplace.
