Principal Developer FileMaker Pro

StrategicsIQ Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology company in the UK is seeking a highly skilled Principal Developer to lead the design and development of advanced FileMaker Pro applications. This senior role includes collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring developers, and ensuring applications align with business goals. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in FileMaker Pro, Agile methodologies, and a strong focus on security and performance optimisation.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in FileMaker Pro, including database design and scripting.
• Proven experience leading development projects in Agile and Waterfall environments.
• Strong expertise in security, automation, and UI design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of advanced applications.
• Ensure applications are scalable and aligned with business objectives.
• Provide mentorship to developers and drive technical excellence.

Skills

FileMaker Pro

Database design

Scripting

Integrations (ODBC, RESTful APIs)

Server management

Performance optimisation

Security

Automation

User interface design

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodologies

Job description

We are seeking a visionary

Principal Developer for a permanent role

to join a highly successful and expanding organisation within their IT division, a partnership that has flourished for over twenty years. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of complex FileMaker Pro systems, influence architectural direction, and deliver solutions that directly impact business growth and innovation.

In this senior role, you will lead the design, architecture, and development of advanced applications, ensuring they are scalable, robust, and aligned with strategic business objectives. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, provide mentorship to developers, and drive technical excellence across the organisation.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in

FileMaker Pro, including database design, scripting, integrations (ODBC, RESTful APIs), server management, and performance optimisation. Strong expertise in security, automation, and user interface design is essential.

Applicants should have proven experience leading development projects in both Agile and Waterfall environments.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a highly skilled developer who combines technical mastery with strategic thinking and leadership.