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United Kingdom, England, Manchester

Principal Software Engineer at Cytix | Manchester, United Kingdom

Company/Recruiter: Cytix

Published on: Nov 5, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026
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Opportunity type

Job

Location

United Kingdom, England, Manchester

Work arrangement

Location-based; remote work not stated

Compensation

Not disclosed

Closing date

Dec 5, 2026

Employer

Cytix

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Cytix is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Software Engineer to join our dynamic team in Manchester, United Kingdom. In this pivotal role, you will serve as a technical leader, empowering the engineering department by resolving intricate technical challenges, establishing consistent engineering practices, and spearheading cross-functional projects. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving innovation and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions.

Job Overview

As a Principal Software Engineer at Cytix, you will be at the forefront of technical excellence, guiding our engineering efforts and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will tackle complex architectural problems and contribute significantly to the strategic direction of our software development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the engineering team.
  • Resolve complex technical impasses and unblock engineering workflows.
  • Standardise and implement best practices for software engineering.
  • Own and drive cross-functional initiatives from conception to completion.
  • Contribute to architectural design and strategic technical decision-making.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Principal Software Engineer or similar senior technical role.
  • Deep understanding of software development lifecycle and methodologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor teams.

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies.
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • A chance to make a significant impact on product development.
  • Competitive remuneration package.
  • Professional development and growth opportunities.

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