Principal Software Engineer

Extensive experience building production systems using Java, Python, C#/.NET or TypeScript

Significant experience working with cloud platforms (AWS preferred, Azure or GCP also considered)

Strong understanding of system design, distributed systems, and scalable architectures

Experience building and consuming APIs (REST and event-based systems)

Experience making architectural decisions and providing technical guidance on complex projects

Comfortable working across the full software delivery lifecycle (build, deploy, operate)

Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals and best practices

Ability to take ownership and drive technical solutions from concept through to delivery

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Experience mentoring engineers and supporting team development

Interest in modern AI-enabled engineering practices and continuous improvement

Experience with React, Angular, or Vue

Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation

Exposure to containerisation and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes

Familiarity with CI/CD tooling such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps

Experience with serverless architectures

Experience integrating AI services, LLMs, or agent-based systems into software products

Experience working across multiple teams, projects, or customer engagements

Interest in improving engineering standards, tooling, and ways of working through automation and AI-assisted development

Please note: We offer flexible hybrid working, but candidates should be based in Northern Ireland and able to attend our Belfast office when required.

At Instil, we believe great work starts with happy, motivated people. That’s why we’ve built a benefits package that supports your wellbeing, growth, and life outside of work, because when you thrive, so do we.

Recognition That Matters: A discretionary annual performance bonus that rewards your impact and contribution to our success.

Flexibility Built In: Flexible working arrangements and summer hours, because life isn’t 9 to 5, and balance matters.

Financial Security: A highly competitive pension scheme with generous employer contributions, private healthcare, and life assurance for peace of mind.

Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, cycle-to-work scheme, and regular social events to keep our culture vibrant.

Time to Recharge: 35 days holiday, enhanced maternity pay, and family-first policies so you can focus on what matters most.

Learning Never Stops: From courses to certifications, we’ll invest in your development so you can keep growing and shaping what’s next.

Community & Culture: Opportunities to volunteer, give back, and be part of initiatives that make Instil a truly inclusive and connected workplace.

And that’s just the start, drop us a note to find out more.

Instil has been delivering world-class software engineering and technology solutions for over 20 years, trusted by global brands to solve complex challenges and drive innovation. From modernising legacy systems to building cutting-edge applications, we help our clients navigate an ever-changing digital landscape with confidence and agility.

We’re proud to be an award-winning employer , reflecting how our people are at the heart of everything we do:

Recognised as a Great Place to Work® for three consecutive years, and in 2024 ranked in the Top 20 Best Workplaces in the UK for medium-sized companies .

Winner of Company of the Year at the Digital DNA Awards 2022 , celebrating excellence in Northern Ireland’s tech sector.

Driven by a love for technology and a commitment to excellence, we bring together people who want to make a difference. We’ll support your journey, because your success is part of ours.

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