Principal Frontend Engineer (React)

TL;DR

Principal Frontend Engineer (React): Leading front-end architecture and development of scalable, performant user interfaces for a global SaaS platform with an accent on React, TypeScript, and cloud-native solutions. Focus on architectural ownership, mentoring, and driving engineering vision across a multi-country digital transformation.

Location: Hybrid (Leeds and Manchester, UK)

Salary: £95,000 - £100,000 per annum + 30% Bonus + Car Allowance

Company

A global SaaS organisation undergoing a major digital transformation to modernize intelligent marketplaces and data-driven customer journeys across Europe.

What you will do

• Define and lead front-end architecture and strategy for a complex digital platform.
• Build and evolve reusable, accessible UI components using React and related technologies.
• Champion engineering best practices including CI/CD, automated testing, and code quality.
• Collaborate with back-end and DevOps teams for seamless cloud integration and deployment.
• Mentor engineers across multiple squads, promoting technical excellence and knowledge sharing.
• Influence platform-wide design and strategic technology decisions.

Requirements

• Location: Hybrid working from Leeds or Manchester, UK
• Expertise in React, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Strong understanding of API integration, performance optimization, and UI engineering.
• Experience with cloud-based development (preferably Azure) and DevOps pipelines.
• Proven technical leadership in large-scale, product-driven teams.
• Exceptional communication and influence skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid working model with North England hubs.
• Competitive salary with bonus and car allowance.
• Career-defining opportunity within a global digital transformation.
• Engineering culture valuing autonomy, collaboration, and continuous learning.