Cititec
Principal Software Engineer
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Principal Software Engineer (Energy & Commodities Trading)
We’re working with a fast-growing technology consultancy specialising in the Energy & Commodities trading space. Their modern engineering, AI, and data platforms deliver sophisticated solutions for global trading environments. Following rapid growth, they are hiring a Principal Software Engineer to lead complex, high-impact client engagements.
About the Role
This is a senior, highly visible position combining:
- Hands-on technical leadership
- Architecture design
- Stakeholder management
- Strategic delivery
You’ll collaborate directly with senior engineering leaders and business stakeholders to design and deliver greenfield platforms supporting:
- Real-time trading operations
- Analytics
- Decision-making
The role sits at the centre of large-scale transformation programmes, including:
- Cloud-native engineering
- Distributed systems
- Streaming technologies
- Advanced data platforms
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Key focus areas:
- Real-time and event-driven systems
- Distributed data & software platforms
- Cloud-native engineering & architecture
- Streaming and intraday analytics platforms
- AI-enabled engineering solutions
- Modernisation of trading technology ecosystems
Ideal Candidate Profile
A strong fit for this role would be someone who:
- Thrives as a technical leader and trusted advisor
- Comfortably influences architecture decisions
- Has experience mentoring engineers
- Engages seamlessly with senior stakeholders
- Drives delivery across complex programmes
Preferred Background
- Strong software engineering experience with Python and modern cloud technologies
- Proven track record building scalable distributed systems and data platforms
- Deep understanding of streaming/event-driven architectures
- Previous exposure to Energy, Commodities, or Capital Markets
- Ability to operate confidently in client-facing and stakeholder-heavy environments
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Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity for senior engineers seeking:
- To lead greenfield engineering initiatives
- A balance of technical depth, architecture expertise, and strategic influence
- Exposure to multiple large-scale trading programmes
- Growth within a fast-tracking market leader
- A collaborative, engineering-first culture
- High visibility and clear progression pathways
Step into a leadership role while remaining at the forefront of technology—in one of the most innovative and impactful segments of the industry.
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