Principal Software Engineer

Overview

We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer (we call them Principal Software Craftspeople) who shares the values of pragmatism, professionalism and transparency. You’ll utilise your expertise with clients, help shape Codurance, and be involved in coaching and mentoring across the company. This role is primarily remote, with occasional travel to client sites or in-person sessions when it adds value to delivery or relationships. It may involve greenfield projects for startups or mission-critical systems for large enterprise clients. You may work as an embedded consultant within a client’s team or help introduce software craftsmanship and extreme programming practices through coaching and mentoring.

Location and visa

Location : Hybrid with occasional travel to client sites. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Responsibilities

• Act as an advisor and partner to clients, building relationships with strategic stakeholders and helping them identify and solve problems; assist in shaping a vision and aligning teams behind it
• Apply deep hands-on software engineering experience, particularly in modernisation, guiding teams to build well-crafted, reliable, and maintainable systems
• Lead complex client engagements—shape delivery through discovery, navigate ambiguity, and ensure technical decisions align with business goals
• Communicate with clarity and empathy, influence senior stakeholders, collaborate with peers, and mentor others
• Identify opportunities to add value, support account growth, and contribute to broader client and Codurance success
• Continuously learn and help others grow by fostering inclusive team environments, sharing knowledge, and constructively challenging ideas

Requirements / Qualifications

Nice-to-have

Benefits

Codurance is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Everyone should have the right to bring their whole self to work and be celebrated for who they are.

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