Principal Software Engineer

Principal Software Engineer & Tech Lead

Leeds HQ (Flexible, Hybrid working)

AI-Driven Solutions & Digital Transformation

Are you a Principal-level engineer who wants to shape the future of AI-enabled digital products? WRK digital is partnering with Parallax a digital transformation consultancy pushing the boundaries of what AI can do for enterprise clients to find an exceptional technical leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and hands-on engineering.

The Opportunity:

This is not a typical tech lead role. You will work at the earliest stages of client engagements, helping ambitious organisations solve complex problems with AI-driven solutions. From discovery workshops with C-suite stakeholders to architecting scalable systems and writing production code - you can do it all.

You will represent Parallax with confidence, pitch innovative ideas, influence project roadmaps, and set technical direction for diverse projects across sectors. Think strategic consultancy meets hands-on engineering leadership.

What you will work on:

Building AI applications that solve real business problems (LLMs, machine learning, intelligent automation)

Architecting modern, scalable systems using Next.js, React, AWS, and cutting-edge AI tooling

Leading technical discovery and translating complex requirements into elegant solutions

Shaping engineering culture through mentorship, code reviews, and championing best practices

Winning new business by crafting compelling technical proposals and Statements of Work

Collaborating with UX, product, and QA teams to deliver transformative digital experiences

You should apply if:

You have demonstrable experience building or delivering AI-enabled products

You are an expert in Next.js (or similar), React, and AWS with a deep understanding of software architecture

You balance technical leadership with hands-on codingyou are comfortable in both the boardroom and the codebase

You have high emotional intelligence and enjoy consultancy-style client engagement

You thrive in fast-paced environments, managing multiple workstreams whilst inspiring your team

You are passionate about DevOps, CI/CD, test-driven development, and engineering excellence

You want to work on diverse, challenging projects at the forefront of technical innovation

Why Parallax?

Parallax tackles projects others consider impossible. Their team of talented engineers work on cutting-edge digital transformation for SMEs, international clients, and blue-chip corporations. They champion innovation, question the norm, and deliver technical excellence with a balanced approach to risk.

You will be surrounded by brilliant minds, work on meaningful problems, and have the autonomy to drive real impact.

What you get:

Competitive salary with excellent benefits (Bupa Healthcare, 4% pension & more)

Hybrid working (2 days a week in Leeds city centre office)

Investment in your personal development with quarterly hack days + professional development days each month

25 days holiday + bank holidays + up to 5 loyalty days

Enhanced parental leave, flexible working, gym/streaming subsidies

The opportunity to work on AI projects that matter

Ready to lead the future of AI-Driven digital products?

If you are a Principal or senior engineer looking for a role where you can blend strategic thinking, client consultancy, and hands-on engineering this is it. Please apply now or contact James Westwood @ WRK digital james@wrkdigital.co.uk - for immediate consideration.

WRK digital is working exclusively with Parallax on this appointment. Parallax welcomes applications from all backgrounds and encourages you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement.