> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2190996-principal-software-engineer-full-stack](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2190996-principal-software-engineer-full-stack). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Software Engineer - Full Stack - **Company:** Accenture - **Location:** Leeds, UK - **Salary:** £60,807.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), DevOps, Python (Programming Language), TypeScript, Spring Cloud, ReactJS, Backend, Virtual Agents, Api Design - **Published:** August 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5852587501 ## About the Role We are looking for experience in the following skills: * You have significant experience leading teams and growing the careers of team members * You're used to building relationships with stakeholders who are expecting to see results * You've spent a number of years building backend services in several different integration paradigms, for example synchronous API-driven, message-driven, and event-driven * You're fluent in at least one of Java /c# / Python / Typescript or React * You have recent experience building, deploying, and running cloud-native applications on top of AWS and/or Azure * You have strong practical experience of defining strategies, building and delivering products & services using Agentic AI optionally including professional level certification * You're used to working in DevOps teams with industry-standard practices * You're used to producing repeatable, automated tests for your own work * You love working with people to build things and solve problems together in an egoless way, regardless of their level of experience or your role in the team * You're comfortable with change and always happy to learn something new; as consultants we flex our individual roles and tech stacks as required to get the best outcomes for our clients ## Description Locations: Leeds (must be willing to travel to client sites throughout the UK on an ad hoc basis), We typically work hand-in-hand with our clients to build great digital products for them and for their customers. To do this, we need experienced, capable engineers who can both deploy their own mastery to get things done hands-on and successfully lead others in doing so. The nature of our work varies from client to client so there will be lots of opportunities to experience new domains and new stacks. The role of Principal Consultant often involves leading client accounts holistically-people, delivery, quality, and commercials. As well as ensuring we're delivering great engineering, you'll also keep the big picture in mind and help our clients best use the capability and flexibility of a consultancy partner to reach their goals sooner. Our team is dedicated to applying great engineering to get great outcomes. Our engineers stand out by keeping one eye on value at all times, and by proposing thoughtful solutions that get the job done efficiently and with low complexity. You'd be a key advocate for this approach within a team. Beyond client work, our engineers are essential contributors to our internal and regional engineering communities. There's loads of scope to get involved and help shape conversations around tech you're interested in, share your knowledge and experience, and learn from colleagues working in very diverse problem spaces. ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [The AI-Native Engineering Org: What’s Real, What’s Hype, What’s Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100004-the-ai-native-engineering-org-what-s-real-what-s-hype-what-s-next) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)