Principal Software Engineer

Principal Software Engineer – Edinburgh    An innovative and well-established med tech company are seeking a proven technical leader to join its R&D team based in central Edinburgh as a Principal Software Engineer.   This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the development of next-generation patient monitoring and connectivity solutions that make a real difference in clinical environments.   What is in it for you:

• Competitive salary 
• Flexible working 
• 25 days annual leave - which increase in years of service
• Life insurance
• Pension
• Paid charity work days
• Healthcare Cash plan
• ... and much more.

  The Roles:

• If you are a proven technical leader looking to remain hands on and ship code whilst making key architectural decisions, driving the roadmap, and contributing to building a high performing dev culture ... the Principal role is ideal.
• You will be part of a cutting-edge company at the forefront of healthcare technology.
• Contribute to a high-performance culture by maintaining rigorous development standards and documentation.
• As a Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in designing, and developing complex software systems within a regulated medical technology environment.
• These positions are ideal for seasoned engineers who thrive in collaborative cross-functional development.

  What We're Looking For:

• Vast software development experience in C++ 
• Strong background in multi-threaded programming and Linux-based development environments.
• Experience with Qt/QML or other modern UI frameworks is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with regulated industries (medical, aerospace, defence, etc.) is preferred.
• Experience working with international teams across time zones is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills.

  These are outstanding opportunities for a highly motivated engineers to step into a strategic role within a fast-evolving med tech environment.   To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV for consideration.   Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.