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Find out more about our flexible work culture at computershare.com/flex.\nWe give you a world of potential\nComputershare has an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Principal Engineer to join our team in Edinburgh.\nAs part of our Issuer Services Technology function, you will play a key role in shaping our engineering strategy, driving technology innovation, and accelerating software delivery through the adoption of modern engineering practices and AI-powered technologies.\nWorking across multiple teams, you'll champion new tools, frameworks, and approaches that enhance developer productivity, improve engineering quality, and enable the delivery of scalable, high-performing digital solutions. 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Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. 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