PRINCIPAL ENGINEER (MODERN WORKPLACE)

Drive the future of workplace technology by leading large-scale cloud, automation, and AI initiatives that transform how a global business operates. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the technical direction for a modern workplace platform supporting colleagues across 15+ countries. As a Principal Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping automation-first solutions, embedding AI into day-to-day operations, and delivering secure, scalable Microsoft cloud services. You will work with cutting-edge Microsoft technologies, influence strategic technology decisions, mentor engineers, and drive initiatives that create measurable improvements in efficiency, security, and user experience. FE fundinfo is a leading financial data provider, connecting the investment industry across the UK, Europe, and Asia-Pacific through an integrated platform. Our skilled team empowers clients with data-driven insights, making the industry Navigate Complexity with Confidence! Your key responsibilities as a Principal Engineer: • Leading the design, delivery, and operation of secure, scalable, and highly automated solutions across Azure, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Intune, Defender, Teams, and Power Platform. • Setting technical direction, engineering standards, and best practices for the Modern Workplace platform while providing hands-on technical leadership. • Collaborating with stakeholders, architects, and product owners to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions and operational improvements. • Designing solutions aligned with Zero Trust principles, security policies, and compliance requirements. • Driving the resolution of complex technical incidents through troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and the implementation of proactive monitoring and self-healing capabilities. • Mentoring engineers and championing automation, cloud innovation, and continuous improvement across the engineering community. You will need the following experience and skills to join us as a Principal Engineer: • You will have 10+ years of experience designing, delivering, and supporting Microsoft and cloud solutions at scale, including significant experience in a senior technical leadership role. • You will possess expert-level knowledge of PowerShell, Power Automate, Graph API, Azure Policy, Azure DevOps, Infrastructure as Code, and automation-first engineering practices. • You will have deep expertise across Azure, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Intune, Defender, and Teams, including governance, integration, and security. • You will demonstrate a successful track record of delivering low-touch, automated solutions that improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort. • You will bring strong knowledge of cloud security, scalability, reliability, DevOps, CI/CD practices, and the ability to lead complex technical initiatives collaboratively. By joining the team as a Principal Engineer, you will be offered the following: • 24 days holiday • Paid Study leave • Enhanced paternity & maternity • Statutory benefits like PF, Gratuity, etc • Support to set up home office • Health cover with option to add family members • Annual health check up • Meal cards • Full LinkedIn Learning access Apply today for immediate consideration and we will endeavour to get back to you within 5 working days. Visit our Glassdoor profile or fefundinfo.com to find out more about life @ FE fundinfo!